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Capello signs Russia contract

ESPN staff
July 26, 2012
Fabio Capello will take the Russia hotseat © PA Photos
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The Russian Football Union has confirmed former Juventus and Real Madrid manager Fabio Capello as the new coach of the Russia national team, having put pen-to-paper on a two-year contract.

Capello, 66, has been out of work since leaving the England job in February and will now look to guide the country to the 2014 World Cup in Rio de Janeiro.

The Italian manager had been announced in the role ten days ago, but disputes over the terms of the contract meant that there was a delay in the deal's completion.

Although no financial details have been revealed, it is reported in local media that Capello will earn up to €10 million a year in the role, depending on performance.

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