Former Milan sporting director Paolo Maldini has two options on the table at the moment: to be the head of the delegation in the Italian national team, or an important leadership role in the Parisian team.
Gabriele Gravina, the president of the Italian Football Federation, wants Paolo Maldini to be the head of Italy's delegation. On the other hand, PSG plans the former legendary player as the leader of a new cycle. This is the dilemma of the former captain of Milan, sports director until a while ago at the Red and Blacks.
Maldini is in doubt to choose between the 'axurre' jersey and the Eiffel Tower. He is among the 4 candidates for the role of manager in Italy, along with Buffon, Oriali and Chiellini. But in case of Campo's departure from PSG, Paolo Maldini's name has been mentioned as the most likely successor.
The French club could bring him closer to what the former Milan and Italy standout has long sought: a fully operational position, encompassing the market, player selection and technical supervision. Of course, it also offers more economically. The only obstacle at the moment at PSG is Luis Campos, the current sporting director who has to leave.
For Italy, the position is different: Maldini must be the figure that connects the federation with the team. Gravina is dealing with the reorganization of the structure in the team, where the only fixed point is coach Roberto Mancini. Maldini would be a charismatic figure in support of Italy.