Argentine FA gauge move for Guardiola Argentina With Sampaoli gone, the possibility is reborn

Leaders of the Argentine FA (AFA) have had Pep Guardiola's name on their minds for some time and have recently enquired as to whether would be willing to coach the country's national team.

The coach's response, which they received before Jorge Sampaoli's dismissal, was hopeful as he said that he was open to listening to what they have to say, as long as there is no coach currently in charge.

"Argentina should be led by an Argentinian," is a statement that Guardiola has previously told the press.

Nevertheless, the AFA continue to gauge the interest level of the Manchester City coach before making a formal offer.

With Sampaoli no longer in charge, it is possible that Guardiola may be interested but the AFA need to quickly find out whether they should move on from the Spaniard or whether they should start preparing for his potential reunion with Lionel Messi.