Paolo Maldini Linked with Technical Director Role

Paolo Maldini is linked with the technical director position of the Italian national team, following Giovanni Malagò's election as the new president of the FIGC.

The new president's first major task will be rebuilding the national team, with Antonio Conte emerging as the frontrunner for the Italy coaching role.

Paolo Maldini's potential appointment as technical director would represent a new era for the Azzurri.

Maldini's experience and expertise would be valuable assets to the team, and his involvement could bring a sense of excitement and renewal to the national team.

The combination of Conte and Maldini would be a significant development for Italian football.

The FIGC will need to make a decision on the coaching role and technical director position in the coming weeks, with the World Cup dominating the sports pages in Italy.

As of June 23, **La Gazzetta dello Sport** reports that Conte is the frontrunner for the coaching role, with Maldini linked to the technical director position.

The paper also highlights Messi's historic record, with 18 World Cup goals, surpassing Klose's all-time record.

**Corriere dello Sport** celebrates Messi's five goals in two games, with the headline "Leoland".

The domestic front sees Juventus handling Jonathan David, with Carnevali working on a deal for Kolo Muani.

Napoli and Lazio are edging closer to an agreement over Mario Gila, with signals of a possible discount emerging from the Biancocelesti.

Inter's potential use of funds allocated to the pursuit of Curtis Jones to instead pursue Nico Paz is also highlighted, as reported by **Tuttosport**.

Mancini is in pole position for the Italy coaching role, with Maldini the dream as technical director, according to **Tuttosport**.

Michel Platini's interview at the Vialli e Mauro Golf Cup sees the French legend declare: "Juventus will return to winning ways."

Juventus CEO Carnevali confirms the club are working on Kolo Muani, as reported by **Tuttosport**.