Paris (AFP)
"In September, I have to come back, even if I get too used to the holidays, and I don't work anymore. So I have to come back," said Italian coach Massimiliano Allegri, who has been free since leaving the sport, said on Thursday. Juventus last summer, in an AFP interview.
While in Paris to promote his book "Winning is so simple" (Marabout editions), was Massimiliano Allegri (52) approached by PSG leaders, sports director Leonardo in mind , to discuss a possible arrival on the bench next year?
"No. One, because there is nothing. Two, because it would be a lack of respect for others. Today, I am in Paris, a magnificent city, to present my book, and especially my anecdotes , experiences, "he replied. "I am not talking about my future because my future is unknown to me."
"I still have a little vacation. How much is left? Three months of vacation? So another three months of vacation is fine," he added. "In September, I have to come back, even if I'm get used to vacation too well, and I don't work any more. So I have to come back! "
If it is not PSG, still linked under contract with the German Thomas Tuchel until 2021, the Italian coach sees himself in England?
"English, I learn it, but I learn it for my personal culture! Because when I go abroad, I cannot communicate!", He simply dodged with a smile.
On Italian radio, his agent confirmed this week that the former coach of Juventus Turin (2014-2019) and AC Milan (2010-2014) wants to continue his career "abroad".
"It is a wish, but for the moment there are no agreements with English, Spanish or French clubs," said his representative. "We are waiting for the moment to evaluate the offers: there are teams that will decide to change managers or to continue with the current ones," he added.
With Juventus Turin, Allegri has won the Italian Championship five times in a row (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019) and has reached the Champions League final twice (2015, 2017).
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