Pep Guardiola has rejected an opportunity to manage Italy's national team, despite discussions with FIGC and potential salary exceptions following his Manchester City departure.
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Jul 24, 2026
03:47 pm
What's the storyPep Guardiola, one of the most successful managers in football history, has turned down an offer to coach the Italian national team.
The decision comes after talks between Guardiola and the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) earlier this week.
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