The Vladimir Petkovic era did not last long. Appointed coach of Algeria on February 29, 2024, the Bosnian was dismissed from his position just after the 2026 World Cup, of which he did not make it through the round of 16 with the Fennecs. Since the beginning of August, the Algerian Federation (FAF) has been looking for a replacement. A compromise would have been found around the appointment of a former OM player.
According to information reported this Thursday by L’Équipe, Algerian decision-makers have until then had difficulty finding a satisfactory solution and a profile corresponds to their expectations for this famous position of coach. From then on, the media explained that the idea of ​​a duo would now hold the rope.
While former Algerian international Anthar Yahia, formerly of US Orléans, was tasked with preparing the list of players who will be called up for the September international window, the FAF continued to prospect and finally focused on the profile of Brahim Hemdani.
Brahim Hemdani in tandem?
Having worked for OM between 2001 and 2005, the former defender should be associated with Anthar Yahia, according to the sports media site, even if nothing has yet been definitively validated. Brahim Hemdani has held the position of coach of the Algerian U20s since last July. Another recent feat of arms, he has just won the Mediterranean Games with the U21s, something unheard of since 1975 for Algeria.
Other profiles would have been studied before that, with some high-sounding names from Europe: Rafael Benitez, Felix Sanchez (who walked away at the last moment). To a lesser extent, Igor Tudor and Xavi were also approached. Without more success. Regardless, the Fennecs have a 2027 African Cup of Nations to prepare for. It remains to be seen who will lead them.
