After fourteen intense years spent on the bench of the France team, Didier Deschamps decided to take his time. The former coach of the Blues is now enjoying his family and enjoying a much more peaceful daily life. Between the mildness of Cap d’Ail and the sea spray of Concarneau – where he recently attended a Ligue 3 resident’s match – his schedule oscillates between wild games of padel with his loved ones and cultural outings, even going so far as to attend one of Céline Dion’s concert events. A welcome break after more than a decade under permanent pressure from the very highest international level.
However, the French technician hopes for service quickly. Since the end of his mandate, there has been no shortage of requests. Rumors have sent him to the four corners of Europe and the world: from the prestige of Real Madrid to the attraction of the Italian selection, including concrete leads with several major Turkish clubs. The most dizzying proposal came from Saudi Arabia, where the Al-Ahli club made him a financially colossal offer: a three-year contract with a salary of several million euros per season.
Faithful to his line of conduct, “DD” preferred to decline. There is no question of rushing or accepting any project just to fill your schedule. The 1998 and 2018 world champion will only return to service if the sporting challenge perfectly matches his expectations and ambitions.
A high-end project
If he did not give in to the sirens of the Gulf on a purely footballing level, a completely different project nevertheless led him to this region of the globe: gastronomy and the world of business. Indeed, Didier Deschamps has chosen to diversify his activities by becoming a shareholder of a new exceptional establishment in Dubai, called “The Annex”.
Far from a simple role as an extra, the ex-boss of the Blues is fully involved in this adventure. “The Annex” is positioned as a high-end complex in the heart of the Emirati city. The establishment will offer a high-end experience bringing together a gourmet table, an elegant lounge and a swimming pool offering breathtaking views of the famous Burj Khalifa tower.
Very invested in the organization and preparation of this exceptional establishment, Didier Deschamps will be present during the official inauguration. Scheduled for October, this grand event will bring together numerous celebrities and international personalities. While waiting to find the ideal sporting project for his return to the sidelines, the former coach is not remaining inactive.
