Italian president Sergio Mattarella to seek a 'high-profile' government

Media speculations suggest former European Central Bank chief Mario Draghi could become prime minister

Italy's president, Sergio Mattarella, has said he would seek a high profile" government, as speculation grew that it may be led by the former European Central Bank chief Mario Draghi.

Mattarella made the announcement after ruling coalition partners failed to form a majority following Giuseppe Conte's resignation as prime minister last week.