Maldini appointed as new sporting director of the Italian national team
After failing to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup following their absence in 2022, the Italian national team decided to undergo a restructuring. In line with this decision, the Italian Football Federation announced that legendary football figure Paolo Maldini has been appointed as the sporting director of the Italian national team.
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Restructuring efforts continue for the 'Azzurri' following their parting of ways with head coach Gennaro Gattuso.
The Italian Football Federation has appointed Paolo Maldini, one of the legendary names in Italian football, as the sporting director of the Italian national team.
It was reported that Leonardo will serve as an advisor to Maldini in this role.
It was also reported that Giovanni Malago will assume the presidency of the Italian Football Federation.
Maldini previously served as the sporting director at AC Milan, the club where he is a legend, between 2019 and 2023.