Cannavaro would take on Real Madrid role

The 40-year-old former Italy captain is reported to be in contention to replace Zinedine Zidane, who took over as Real Madrid Castilla coach last month.

Cannavaro has gained experience as assistant coach at Dubai club Al Ahli since calling time on his playing career - which included a three-year stint at the Bernabeu - and was linked with the Italy job after Cesare Prandelli resigned.

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