Claudio Ranieri is being linked with the hotseat at Sampdoria.

Samp are in freefall and hover just above the dropzone.

Caretaker boss Alberto Cavasin isn't expected to get the job on a permanent basis at the end of the season.

Secolo XIX says former Chelsea and AS Roma boss Ranieri has been in contact with Samp officials.

Genoa are also interested in Ranieri for next season.

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