Gennaro Gattuso, a 2006 World Cup winner, has been appointed as Italy's new national team coach, succeeding Luciano Spalletti. The FIGC president, Gabriele Gravina, expressed confidence in Gattuso's dedication and experience.

Gennaro Gattuso has officially been appointed as the new coach of the Italy squad. ‘He is a symbol of Italian football,’ said FIGC President Gabriele Gravina.The former Milan, Napoli, Valencia,

Gianluigi Buffon revealed on Sunday that Italy was closing in on a deal with Gattuso, and a day later, the Azzurri confirmed he had taken the position. Gattuso will be presented as Luciano Spalletti's replacement on Friday, though Italy has not yet given any details on the 47 year-old's contract.