Ranieri: Federal Leadership Uncertainty Doesn't Affect Us; We Focus on the Field
Claudio Ranieri, technical director and president of Club Italia, addressed the uncertainty regarding the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) leadership. He stated that this situation does not weigh on their planning or focus. "We move forward, I'm a man of the field and we must perform well on the field. Let others do what they deem right," Ranieri commented at the 'Il calcio torna in piazza' event in Rome. Responding to questions about the eligibility case involving FIGC President Giovanni Malagò, Ranieri explained his management approach: "I handle many things, some more closely, others less so because the work is immense. Fortunately, I have capable deputies who can update me on everything."
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