As Carlo Ancelotti is set to lead his final season with Real Madrid before departing at the end of his contract, the Spanish club is already looking ahead to his successor. Xabi Alonso is considered a priority, but Zinedine Zidane remains on the mind of Florentino Pérez, despite his departure in 2021.
A potential third collaboration with « ZZ »? Florentino Perez, the president of Real Madrid, is in a loop. In recent years, it has been either Ancelotti or Zidane. Could the Frenchman make a comeback after the Italian?
While the Italian coach is likely to take charge of Brazil after his contract ends next summer, the Merengue leaders are actively searching for his successor. Although Xabi Alonso is at the top of the list, another option is looming behind the scenes: Zinedine Zidane.
According to the latest information from Relevo, Real Madrid’s president, Florentino Pérez, continues to hold Zidane in high regard despite his departure in 2021. The possibility of his return to the Madrid bench is not ruled out. While their relationship experienced some tensions during his departure, Zidane still maintains a special bond with Pérez.