Zinedine Zidane, the legendary French footballer and former Real Madrid manager, has announced his intention to resume his coaching career. Speaking at the Festival dello Sport in Trento, Zidane confirmed that he will “definitely return” to the dugout after a four-year break from professional football management.
While discussing his future plans, Zidane addressed speculation about potentially taking charge at Juventus, his former club as a player. He acknowledged the special place Juventus holds in his heart but indicated that such a move is unlikely at present. Instead, Zidane expressed a strong desire to coach the French national team in the future.
“Juventus gave me so much when I first arrived there,” Zidane reminisced. “However, regarding my future, I`m drawn to the idea of managing the national team. It`s not an immediate plan, but it`s something I`d like to do someday.”
Zidane`s last coaching role was with Real Madrid, where he enjoyed tremendous success, including three consecutive Champions League titles. His potential return to management has generated significant interest in the football world, given his impressive track record and experience working with top-tier players like Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric, and Karim Benzema.
As the football community eagerly anticipates Zidane`s next move, his preference for the national team role suggests he may be waiting for the right opportunity to arise with the French Football Federation. For now, fans and pundits alike will be watching closely to see where this iconic figure in football history decides to make his coaching comeback.