Overview

• Spalletti said the federation notified him he would be relieved of his duties following a meeting with president Gabriele Gravina
• He revealed he initially had no intention of resigning but agreed to terminate his contract after the federation’s decision
• Italy’s 3-0 loss to Norway on June 6 left their World Cup qualification prospects in jeopardy and intensified calls for change
• The Italian Football Federation has not yet issued an official statement on his departure
• Spalletti confirmed he will remain in charge for the World Cup qualifier against Moldova before stepping down