Rabat – The French national coach Didier Deschamps spoke about who can replace him when he resigns after the FIFA World Championship 2026. And there is a clear name in his head – Zinedine Zidane.
Deschamps, who led France to the World Cup and the Glory of the Nations League, will leave his position after FIFA’s next global tournament. In and interview with L’PansHe called Zidane a “natural decision” to take over it.
“Zidane is a very good option” Deschamps said. “There is a lot of respect between us. But in the end it will be his choice and the decision of the French Football Association. “
FFF President Philippe Diallo repeated the same opinion and said: “He is a legend of French and world football. He played a key role in our first World Cup victory. He has my full respect. “
Zidane was always open to Kylian Mbappe’s leading teammates. In an interview on French television in 2022, he made it clear: “I want to train France. I hope it happens one day. ”
Although Deschamp has resigned, he made one thing clear – he does not retire. “I leave something that has been great for many years, but I didn’t stop training. There are many options for the future. “
