Italy’s Complete Transformation as Spalletti Changes 8 Starters After Euro Exit

Spalletti Makes Bold Changes to Italy Squad After Disappointing Euro Campaign

After Italy's disappointing exit from the European Championship, manager Roberto Mancini has made sweeping changes to his squad, with a whopping eight new starters named for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Bulgaria and Switzerland. The move comes as a surprise and has sent shockwaves through the Italian football community. Just a year ago, Italy had won the 2020 European Championship and were widely seen as one of the favorites to win this year's tournament. However, a dismal performance in the group stage saw them eliminated without a single win. Spalletti is determined to avoid a repeat of that debacle and has decided to shake things up.

Key Players Dropped as Spalletti Prioritizes Youth and Form

Among the most notable absentees from the new squad are veteran goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon, defender Leonardo Bonucci, and midfielder Jorginho. These players have been stalwarts of the Italian team for many years, but their performances at the Euros were below par. In their places, Spalletti has opted for younger, more in-form players such as goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, defender Alessandro Bastoni, and midfielder Nicolo Barella. Spalletti's decision to drop some experienced players will send a clear message that performances will outweigh reputations in his squad.

Spalletti's Bold Experiment: Can Italy Rediscover Their Winning Ways?

Spalletti's bold experiment will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike. Italy has a rich history of success in international football, and fans will be eager to see if the new-look team can rediscover their winning ways. The upcoming World Cup qualifiers will provide a stern test for Spalletti's side, and it will be fascinating to see how the new players perform under pressure. Will the changes made by Spalletti help Italy rediscover their winning formula or will they continue to struggle? Only time will tell, but one thing is for sure—the Italian national team is at a crossroads.