The FICG said talks were held with Guardiola over the possibility of succeeding Gennaro Gattuso.

FIGC president Giovanni Malago added that "it’s not certain that this will actually come to fruition".

Pep Guardiola is considering Italy's proposal after talks with Paolo Maldini and Leonardo, though his planned break from coaching remains the biggest obstacle. | Football News

Spanish coach is free agent after leaving Manchester City at the end of last season