Former Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has turned down the chance to coach Italy national football team.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Guardiola “said no” to the Italian national team head coach job offered to him by the Federation.

The Spaniard considered the proposal this week but wants to dedicate time to his family at the moment and return to football later on.

Guardiola left Man City at the end of last season after 10 years as the manager of the Cityzens.

He guided City from 2016 to 2026 and won the UEFA Champions League and several Premier League titles.