Roberto Mancini has not officially returned as Italy’s manager yet, but his future coaching staff is already taking shape. The FIGC continues to finalize the final details of his comeback, while several names have emerged to support the former Manchester City coach. Massimo Maccarone and Antonio Gagliardi should join his team, while Marco Roccati will keep his role as goalkeeper coach after working with Mancini at Al-Sadd.
Leonardo Bonucci could become the biggest addition to the staff. The former Italy captain, who won the European Championship in 2021 under Mancini, currently works with Gennaro Gattuso’s staff and could now join the Azzurri’s new project. His experience at the highest level and his knowledge of the national team environment would represent a major asset for Mancini.
Mancini wants to rely on strong figures to help rebuild Italy after recent disappointments. With Bonucci and other experienced members expected to join his team, the new coach hopes to restore confidence, identity and competitiveness to a squad looking to return among the world’s top football nations.
