Zidane signs contract as France coach this month; technical staff ready

Italian transfer market journalist Fabrizio Romano confirmed that Frenchman Zinedine Zidane will take charge of the French national team, noting that the decision was finalized last November and was never in doubt within the French Football Federation. Romano clarified that Zidane has already selected his coaching staff, with the official signing of contracts expected this month. According to Romano, Zidane will lead the Les Bleus in the UEFA Nations League, followed by Euro 2028, and through to the 2030 World Cup finals.