Since hanging up his boots, Alessandro Del Piero has kept himself busy. The Juventus icon currently resides in Los Angeles and runs a soccer academy for young children. He also owns a restaurant and makes appearances as a TV commentator.
But as is often the case, the temptation to return to the field is too great to resist. Therefore, the legendary number 10 is now preparing for a managerial career.
According to ilBianconero, Del Piero will begin his UEFA Pro coaching courses alongside former Juventus player Andrea Barzagli. According to the source, this is the highest license a football coach can receive in Europe.
The entry list also includes other notable names in Italian football, such as World Cup winner Marco Amelia, former Juventus midfielders Alberto Aquilani, Matteo Paro and Antonio Nocerino, former Roma captain Daniele De Rossi and current manager of the Monza Raffaele Palladino.
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After a decade-long absence, Del Piero returned to the Allianz Stadium earlier this year to the delight of Bianconeri fans around the world.
Amid the club’s current crisis, many have been calling for the return of the iconic captain in some backroom role. However, it seems that the legendary striker is considering a career as a coach.
However, the temptation to push him to the bench immediately should be resisted to avoid a replicated Andrea Pirlo scenario.
