FIGC president Carlo Tavecchio says it will be difficult to replace Italy coach Antonio Conte.

Conte will leave the job after the Euros to take charge of Chelsea.

“Replacing Conte will be very difficult," Tavecchio told ANSA. “But even when the Pope dies another one comes. So far we've only given some indications, we'll create a technical area and then we'll have a CT."

Tavecchio also discussed Italy's chances in France this summer.

“The Euros is a competition of such magnitude that we hope to make a good impression. We're going into it a bit bruised, but with the desire to do well.

“We have our technical and sporting heritage and a CT who has the utmost respect for the culture of sacrifice.

“The ball is round, so the results will depend on a lot of factors."