Giampiero Ventura

Mario Balotelli After previously stating his client was set to sign for Borussia Dortmund, Mino Raiola has now said Mario Balotelli might stay at Nice.

Mario Balotelli Leonardo Bonucci is unsurprised Mario Balotelli has been left out of the Italy squad, citing his unprofessional attitude as a key factor.

Marco Verratti Italy coach Giampiero Ventura said Marco Verratti should be used as a playmaker, not behind the strikers.

Mario Balotelli He has been in impressive form for Nice this season and Mario Balotelli has caught the eye of Italy coach Giampiero Ventura.

Andrea Barzagli Andrea Barzagli's Italy withdrawal has been put down to "problems with his wife" by Giampiero Ventura after claims he went out partying.

Andrea Barzagli "It's a unique disappointment." Andrea Barzagli was unable to pin-point what went wrong as Italy sensationally missed out on the World Cup.

Graziano Pellè Italy conceded three "utterly avoidable" goals in their 3-1 friendly defeat to France, according to head coach Giampiero Ventura.

Antonio Conte Sassuolo's exploits in Serie A have led to Claudio Ranieri playfully dubbing them as the Italian Leicester.

Fabio Capello Italy could be looking for a new coach after failing to reach the World Cup, here we look at the candidates to replace Gian Piero Ventura.