Leicester Manager, Claudio Ranieri, has received glowing tributes from the Italian Prime Minister and the media in his homeland after his team’s title win.
Ranieri claimed his maiden top-flight success as his side became champions of England for the first time in their 132-year history on Monday when nearest challengers, Tottenham were held 2-2 by Chelsea.
“It’s the greatest achievement in the history of English football, and it was led by an Italian,” Matteo Renzi, the Italian Premier wrote on social media.
The 64-year-old former Chelsea boss had earned a reputation as a journeyman in football, and before arriving at Leicester, Ranieri was fired by Greece as his short reign ended with a defeat at home to Faroe Islands.
“I always thought that sooner or later, I would win a league title,” Ranieri told Italian state TV Rai late Monday. “I’m the same man who was sent away by Greece.
“The only dedication I want to make to everyone is to tell them to believe and give things a try, not only in football but in every area of life.”