Luciano Spalletti, former head coach of the Italy national team, could be set for a sensational return to the dugout — this time, in the Saudi Pro League.

The 65-year-old tactician was recently relieved of his duties after a disastrous start to Italy’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign, which included a shocking 0-3 defeat to Norway. Despite the Italian Football Federation yet to name a successor, Spalletti has already caught the attention of clubs abroad.

Sources close to the matter confirm that Al-Nassr, home to football megastar Cristiano Ronaldo, reached out to Spalletti last Sunday — just hours after he announced his departure. The Saudi giants are reportedly offering a lucrative two-year contract worth €18 million per season.

If Spalletti accepts the deal, he would take over from fellow Italian Stefano Pioli, who is understood to be eyeing a return to Serie A.

This potential appointment adds another fascinating chapter to Spalletti’s career, following his recent success with Napoli, where he led the club to their first Serie A title in over three decades.