Article by Maria Olteanu – Published Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 09:39 / Updated Tuesday, November 11, 2025 09:43
His former coach real madridZinedine Zidane (35), ended years of speculation with a short but eloquent statement regarding his return to the bench.
After nearly four years out of contract after parting ways with Real Madrid, Zinedine Zidane has hinted strongly at an imminent return to football, suggesting it could happen “very soon”.
The French legend, who has not coached a club since the end of the 2020-21 season, made a brief statement about his future. The news was published by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Asked if he intends to return to coaching, Zidane gave a positive answer, according to sportal.blikk.hu.
Zinedine Zidane, ready to return to the technical bench
“It will happen soon. Very soon,” said the 1998 Ballon d'Or.
Although he didn't give more details, these few words were enough to get football fans excited, especially Real Madrid supporters, who are eagerly waiting to see what decision he will make.
Since leaving Madrid in 2021, Zidane's name has been linked with numerous prestigious teams and positions. Among them were the French national team, Manchester United and Paris Saint-Germain, and the media did not rule out even a third spell at Real Madrid.
Even so, after parting with Real Madrid, he did not accept any other collaboration, as he wants to take over the French national team, which will be without coach Didier Deschamps after the 2026 World Cup.
