Former Arsenal boss Unai Emery admits he'd be open to a move to Italy.

The Spaniard who has been out of work since he was sacked by Arsenal in November, is keeping a close eye on the league as he looks to get back into the world of football management.

"I coached for 16 years in a row, so decided to take a little rest to prepare for the project that most inspires me," he told TuttoJuve.com.

"I won't rule out any country: England, France, Spain, where I already worked, or Italy, which I've never worked in before.

"I did have some contact with several Italian clubs, but for one reason or another, it was not possible to work here. I am open to everything and keep a very close eye on Serie A.

"Out of respect and fairness, I will not name the clubs who contacted me in previous years."