It used to be that the coach of Italy's soccer team was someone who had a long list of managerial achievements and was nearer to the end of a career than the start.

Italy have appointed former AC Milan gaffer Gennaro Gattuso as their new head coach, as confirmed by the Italian Football Federation (FIGC).Gattuso succeeds Luciano Spalletti, who was sacked last

Former midfield great Gennaro Gattuso has been appointed as Italy's new head coach following Luciano Spalletti exit from the national team.