Fabio Cannavaro is reportedly considering quitting his job as Uzbekistan manager after the 2027 Asian Cup was postponed.The tournament was set to take place from January 7 through to February 5, but it has now been pushed back by 11 months.Cannavaro has been Uzbekistan manager for just over a year and led them into the World Cup – but he could now leave his roleGettyIt was announced on Tuesday that due to attacks on host country Saudi Arabia, it will take place at the end of 2027 instead.The decision has been a positive for some, with multiple Premier League clubs now having key players available at the turn of the year as they won’t be called up for international duty. However, for Cannavaro, he could potentially step down from his job after the postponement of the tournament. According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, the 2006 Ballon d’Or winner could now decide to quit as Uzbekistan manager.The Italian icon was only appointed in October 2025, but his tenure may end up being just a short one.He has only taken charge of 14 games for the nation, winning seven and losing seven of his side’s outings altogether.Cannavaro led Uzbekistan into the 2026 World Cup this summer, but they were beaten in every group game.They lost 3-1 to Colombia in their opener in the USA, also being beaten 5-0 by Portugal and 3-1 by DR Congo.If he does leave, the 53-year-old manager’s final match in charge would have been a 2-0 defeat to South Korea on October 6. Specific reasoning behind a potential resignation from Cannavaro has not been revealed, but the rescheduling of the Asian Cup is said to have had an impact on his future.Cannavaro is reportedly considering stepping down as boss after the Asian Cup was postponed due to recent conflict in Saudi ArabiaGettyWhy has the Asian Cup been postponed? The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) revealed that the Asian Cup had been postponed until December 2027 on Tuesday.They confirmed that “following extensive discussions and close consultation with the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation (SAFF)”, the tournament had been moved.Recent conflict in Saudi Arabia, including a missile attack in October, led to the tough decision.Part of their statement read: “The Organising Committee for AFC Asian Cup approved to reschedule the flagship national team tournament in light of the current exceptional circumstances arising from developments in the region, including substantial logistical complexities and travel disruptions. “The new dates of the tournament will be presented to FIFA for approval.“Exceptional circumstances have been created for the organisation and delivery of the competition as originally scheduled, making the postponement necessary in the interest of all participating teams, officials, spectators and other stakeholders.“The AFC commends SAFF and the LOC for their commitment to delivering a world-class tournament for the Continent’s players and fans. “The AFC will continue to work closely with the LOC, Participating Member Associations and its valued sponsors and broadcast and commercial partners and all stakeholders to stage a showpiece befitting the stature and operational excellence synonymous with Asia’s most prestigious men’s national team competition, while minimising the impact of the postponement.”