Zidane is Positioning Himself as Ancelotti's Replacement, He Wants to be a Coach Again

With Ancelotti's likely departure at the end of the season, several names have emerged as possible replacements. The Italian coach, despite all the achievements he has accomplished with the club, is close to ending his chapter. While Xabi is one of the strongest candidates to be the coach, Zidane has put forward his candidacy.

The Frenchman, who currently lives in the city of Madrid, is waiting for a suitable offer to return to the bench. After all the successes he brought to Real Madrid, Zidane is ready to expand his record. However, the Frenchman is looking for a project that matches his ambition and aligns with his career.

With these demands, it only remains to wait for the decision Real Madrid will ultimately make. Known for being a highly prepared team, a third stint for Zidane rests entirely on the club's shoulders.

Zidane's return

As one of the greatest legends in Real Madrid's history, Zidane has earned this prestige. His career as a Meringue player was highly remarkable, although his tenure as a coach is more remembered. Having won three consecutive Champions League titles, the Frenchman managed to expand his legacy with the team.

However, after the end of his second stint in 2021, the Frenchman hasn't returned to the benches. Taking a long break, the situation with Ancelotti has opened up the opportunity for him to return for a third stint.

Even so, Zidane's return as a coach is not at all clear. Xabi Alonso, current coach of Bayer Leverkusen, is the favorite to replace Ancelotti. His historic season with the Germans, winning the Bundesliga undefeated, established him as a coach at the level of the white club.

Real Madrid's decision

Faced with Zidane's desire and Xabi's great work, Real Madrid has a complicated decision to make. The team can choose to be guided by a coach who has already proven his worth or by someone who, despite just starting, has the necessary level.