“SOPRANOS” SCOOP:

Federico Castelluccio’s character Furio — Edie Falco’s ponytailed heartthrob — abruptly fled to Italy late last season, likely never to return. But here’s the good news: Federico just got a call from execs saying his “Sopranos” career doesn’t sleep with the fishes — want him BACK next season in a surprise return. Said Federico: “I hope I won’t end up dead like Ralph!”