Ranieri acknowledged receiving the approach from the FIGC and expressed his gratitude to the organisation's president, Gabriele Gravina. However, he decided to decline the offer and remain committed to his role at Roma.

According to Ranieri, the club's owners, the Friedkins, have given him their full support and backing, regardless of any decision he makes regarding the national team. Ranieri stated that this decision was entirely his own.

It's worth noting that Ranieri took over as Roma's coach for the second half of last season and recently accepted an advisory role with the club.