Who could replace Zinedine Zidane at Real Madrid?
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After the shock news that Zinedine Zidane has decided to step down as manager of Real Madrid, Los Blancos now need a new man at the helm. With a long and impressive history of bosses, who could they be lining up next for the Bernabeu hot seat? Here’s who is in contention.
Mauricio Pochettino
Mauricio Pochettino has developed into a top class manager during his career, particularly shown at Spurs with consecutive high league finishes. He could be ready for the next step.
Antonio Conte
Antonio Conte has an uncertain future at Chelsea, with fans and players seemingly against the Italian staying on at Stamford Bridge. May want away from London.
Arsene Wenger
Rumoured to be looking for a new challenge now he’s left Arsenal, could Arsene Wenger be the man to head up Real Madrid? Big job but one he may feel he couldn’t turn down if offered it.
Maurizio Sarri
Maurizio Sarri is currently a free agent after leaving Napoli. Has good pedigree and worked wonders getting the Naples side to challenge in Serie A again.
Massimiliano Allegri
Massimiliano Allegri is a man who has an impeccable CV. Serial trophy winner and knows what it’s like to take charge at such a big club.
Luis Enrique
Excelled at Barcelona and hasn’t found a suitable job since. Could he move to Barcelona’s great rivals? It’s probably unlikely, but he does again have big club experience.
Guti
As a former Real Madrid player for many years, Guti knows everything there is to know about the club. He’s been managing Los Blancos’ youth side since 2013 but you’d still class him as inexperienced.
Didier Deschamps
Didier Deschamps is the current France manager, but has been in that job for a fair while now. Won’t leave before the World Cup but might be open to a new challenge afterwards.
Leonardo Jardim
Leonardo Jardim has been manager of Monaco since 2014. He’s impressed many during his time there, especially in terms of player development and transfer dealings. Might not be able to turn the opportunity down, should it arise.
Diego Simeone
Simeone is a live candidate judging by his experience but it has to be unlikely given he’s the current Atletico Madrid manager. Leaving one of the city’s teams for the other? You’d think not.
Joachim Low
Joachim Low seems to have been the Germany manager for forever (it’s only actually been since 2006). Has been linked to club jobs before and never taken them, but this is Real Madrid.
Jurgen Klopp
Has all the pedigree of a Real Madrid manager but is building a project at Liverpool and you’d think it’s unlikely he’d end that early.