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'The situation is getting resolved now' - Sampaoli looks set to leave Sevilla for Argentina job

Following the dismissal of Edgardo Bauza, the Sevilla boss has become the football association's main target to lead the national team

Jorge Sampaoli has confirmed he will accept an offer to coach Argentina if one is forthcoming, with the Argentine Football Association (AFA) previously announcing its intention to appoint the Sevilla coach as Edgardo Bauza's successor.

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Sampaoli has yet to agree a deal with the AFA but his departure from Sevilla appears to be inevitable, with Saturday's closing game of the league season at home to Osasuna likely to be his swansong.