Zidane, reports transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, has verbally accepted an offer from the French Football Federation.
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The former Real coach will take charge after the 2026 World Cup, which is when Deschamps will step down.
There has been talk of Zidane stepping in at Real Madrid should Xabi Alonso. However, that is unlikely given his commitment to the FFF.
Zidane's attendance at the recent Champions League match between Real Madrid and Manchester City (1-2) has fueled these rumors.