Last Friday, Zinedine Zidane unveiled his first list since he was named coach of the France team. His choices like his explanations were eagerly awaited by the sports press and fans of the Blues. After this obligatory passage, Zizou and his staff welcomed the 23 players selected on Monday at Clairefontaine. The former number 10 was able to speak with some of them privately. He has also started to put things in place both on the pitch, where he should rely on a 4-3-3 with Kylian Mbappé on the left wing and Ousmane Dembélé up front, as well as outside during group life.
This brings a fresh wind and renewal for the regulars of Clairefontaine with Didier Deschamps. For 14 years, the Bayonnais masterfully led the French national team. He has had some successes, the biggest being winning the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Last summer, he completed his French adventure with a fourth place at the World Cup organized jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico. Authors of a good run, Kylian Mbappé’s teammates were surpassed by Spain in the 1/2 final before sinking against England in the match for 4th place.
DD thinks about what’s next
This is not the end imagined by DD, who dreamed of lifting this trophy once again. After the tournament, Deschamps, who felt that he had not been supported by his federation, gave up after several years of good and loyal service. Very quickly, his name was mentioned in the press, particularly in Spain where his profile had caught the attention of Real Madrid. But very quickly, this avenue was ruled out and it was José Mourinho who was appointed head of the Merengues. DD has also been linked with Italy, who were looking for a new coach. At the beginning of September, his name returned to Saudi Arabia on the side of Al-Ahli. RMC Sport had specified that he had exchanged with the Saudi Pro League team but disagreements had arisen and this idea had also fallen through. Since then, nothing.
But this Wednesday, The Team takes stock of DD’s new life. The 57-year-old coach enjoys his free time with his family and loved ones, particularly in his second home in Finistère. He never stays far from the field since he was seen at the Ligue 3 match between Concarneau and Caen. He even presented a prize. Discreet, DD always wants to return to service and train. But he doesn’t want to rush and takes the time to breathe. The Team adds that it should not dive again before November, or even the end of this season. He will study the offers and options that arise. The projects must correspond to the desires of Deschamps, who will not observe a long period of absence like Zizou or others. A strong choice.
