The Italian football federation (FIGC) is discussing a potential coaching change for the national team, with reports saying it has held talks with former Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola and Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti. The discussions come as Italy remain in a difficult period following a failure to qualify for major tournaments, with sources citing that the team misses out on the last three World Cups. Guardiola is currently out of work, while Ancelotti is still contracted to Brazil, and this timing factor is part of the context for the federation’s search. The FIGC aims to name a new Italy head coach within the coming week, according to the reports. While neither source confirms a final appointment or the outcome of the negotiations, both indicate that these two high-profile candidates are among those being considered as Italy attempt to steady their campaign and return to major international qualification. The process is framed as an effort to respond to the current crisis around the national team’s results.