Guardiola Holds Talks Over Italy Head Coach Role The Italian Football Federation's pursuit of Pep Guardiola as their new national team head coach has sent shockwaves through the football world.
At first glance, it seems like a no brainer – one of the greatest managers in history, with an impressive track record and a desire for a break from club football, is being courted by a country desperate to regain its former glory.
However, scratch beneath the surface, and you'll find a more complex dynamic at play.