Didier Deschamps leaving at the end of the 2026 World Cup, speculation is rife as to the identity of his successor at the helm of the France team. Many observers and former players who have become consultants speak out in favor of Zinedine Zidane, who seems to have been patiently waiting his turn since 2021 and his departure from Real Madrid. And Thierry Henry is not lacking in this momentum.
On the airwaves of RMC this Tuesday evening, facing Patrice Evra, the former Blues scorer does not hide seeing a certain logic in the possible appointment of Zidane. “ This has been what everyone was thinking and asking for for a long time. It would simply be deserved », breathes Thierry Henry, with great fair play while his name is also circulating behind the scenes at Clairefontaine, and well beyond.
A tribute to Deschamps
“ I don’t think about anything at allhe assures, however.
Am I a candidate? I’m not going to answer you. There is always a coach in place, it is Didier Deschamps. I wish him good luck for the next competition. Afterwards, you have to ask the president (from the FFF, Philippe Diallo, editor’s note)…” And to add however: “ Today, I aspire and I would like to return to a bench. I am open to everything! »
While the Belgian selection could be interested in him to take over from Domenico Tedesco announced to be leaving, Thierry Henry denies any contact. On the other hand, the silver medalist coach of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games insists on paying tribute to Didier Deschamps. “ I have to thank him for the advice given when we met at the Federation. He told me how to properly prepare for the selection, how it works at the Fédé… as he was able to do on the field when he was captain, with his outspokenness. »
