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Chelsea boss Antonio Conte wanted by Italy to return as national coach, Italian Football Federation confirm

Italy are keen to take back former manager Antonio Conte following their dismissal of Gian Piero Ventura, the Italian Football Federation have confirmed.

The Azzurri are still in a period of mourning after failing to qualify for next year's World Cup - only the second time in their history they have failed to do so.

Ventura's days were soon numbered after Italy lost to Sweden over a two-legged play-off, failing to beat their opposition in Milan and in doing so shocking the football world.

The Italian Football Federation have confirmed they are interested in rehiring Antonio Conte
The Italian Football Federation have confirmed they are interested in rehiring Antonio Conte
The Azzurri are on the hunt for a replacement for the recently sacked Gian Piero Ventura
The Azzurri are on the hunt for a replacement for the recently sacked Gian Piero Ventura

After parting ways with the manager, the Azzurri are now firmly on the hunt for a fresh replacement at the helm, and many within the country's FA are keen to see Conte reinstalled as national boss.