Khaberni - The Spanish newspaper "AS" revealed that French legend Zinedine Zidane is very close to returning to the world of coaching, indicating that his next likely position will be taking over the coaching of the French national team, succeeding Didier Deschamps, immediately after the end of the 2026 World Cup.
The report confirmed that Zidane's return to competition is imminent, but it is linked to the end of the current contract of coach Deschamps who is preparing to leave, noting that the latter has already begun preparing for his next step.
According to "AS", Deschamps and his agents are currently negotiating with clubs in the Saudi Roshn Professional League, looking for a coaching opportunity for the next season, as the current coach of "Les Bleus" realizes that his leadership record with the French national team (2018 World Cup title and 2022 runner-up) will open the doors of major clubs in the Arab region to him.
No return to coaching Real Madrid
The report denied the rumors that recently emerged about the possibility of Zidane returning to coach Real Madrid as a replacement for coach Xabi Alonso, confirming that the relationship between the club and Zidane is good on a personal level, but there is currently no consideration for renewing the professional association between the two parties.
The report indicates that Zidane (who has only coached Castilla and Real Madrid) rejected all offers presented to him, preferring to wait for the "right moment" in order to preserve his reputation and standing, which he believes lies in leading the national team.
Zidane concluded his previous statements by saying, "I will soon return to coaching," clearly hinting at the imminent timing expected.
