As Italy continues its search for a new head coach following Luciano Spalletti`s departure, Football Italia writers have assembled their ideal lineups for the Azzurri. We invite our readers to join in and share their own preferred Italy XI.
Italy`s recent 2-0 victory over Moldova marked the end of Spalletti`s tenure. With Claudio Ranieri declining the coaching position, the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) is left with limited options. Gennaro Gattuso has emerged as a leading candidate, reportedly engaging in discussions with Italy`s Delegation Chief, Gigi Buffon.
As Italian football fans await news of their next coach and hope for qualification to the 2026 World Cup, Football Italia presents its writers` selections for the ideal Azzurri starting eleven.
Football Italia`s Ideal Italy XI Selections
Our writers have crafted their preferred Italy formations, considering all eligible players, including those currently injured or who haven`t represented the national team recently.
Below are the lineups chosen by our writers. We encourage you to share your own ideal Italy XI in the comments section.
Lorenzo Bettoni`s Selection
Italy (4-3-3): Donnarumma; Cambiaso, Buongiorno, Bastoni, Calafiori; Barella, Ricci, Tonali; Orsolini, Kean, Chiesa.
Susy Campanale`s Selections
Italy (3-5-2): Donnarumma; Scalvini, Bastoni, Calafiori; Orsolini, Barella, Tonali, Frattesi, Dimarco; Raspadori, Kean
Alternative:
Italy (4-3-3): Donnarumma; Di Lorenzo, Bastoni, Calafiori, Dimarco; Barella, Tonali, Frattesi; Orsolini, Kean, Zaccagni.
Giancarlo Rinaldi`s Selection
Italy (4-3-3): Donnarumma; Di Lorenzo, Bastoni, Buongiorno, Di Marco; Tonali, Ricci, Barella; Orsolini, Kean, Zaccagni.
Stephen Kasiewicz`s Selection
Italy (3-5-2): Donnarumma; Di Lorenzo, Buongiorno, Bastoni; Cambiaso, Barella, Tonali, Frattesi, Dimarco; Raspadori, Retegui.
Wayne Girard`s Selection
Italy (3-5-2): Donnarumma; Buongiorno, Mancini, Bastoni; Bellanova, Barella, Ricci, Tonali, Dimarco; Chiesa; Retegui.
We invite you to share your own ideal Italy XI in the comments below. What formation and players would you choose if you were the Italy coach?