Costacurta: Maldini's Italy Role Bigger Than New Coach
Alessandro Costacurta has stated that the decision to bring Paolo Maldini into the Italian national team setup as technical director is a more critical move than appointing the new head coach. He also touched upon his relationship with Leonardo.
Former Italy international Alessandro Costacurta has emphasized the paramount importance of Paolo Maldini's new role within the Italian Football Federation, suggesting it outweighs the significance of naming the next Azzurri manager.
Costacurta, speaking on the matter, implied that Maldini's influence and experience would be a decisive factor for the national team's future direction.
The former defender also made a brief comment regarding his professional relationship with Leonardo, indicating a positive rapport existed between them.
Costacurta's assertion elevates Maldini's administrative influence, potentially signalling a strategic shift in how Italy plans for its footballing future.
