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Spalletti Condemns Gattuso’s Exit, Offers Sympathy

Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti said he felt for Gennaro Gattuso after the Azzurri’s defeat to Bosnia and Herzegovina, noting Gattuso’s passion and potential.

Spalletti, who left the Italy job last year, said he “put himself in Gattuso’s shoes” after the playoff loss. He praised Gattuso’s passion and said he could become one of the best coaches in the world.