The former French football star Zinedine Zidane has reportedly rejected an offer to become the new manager of an African nation.
Despite the nation's early exit from the Africa Cup of Nations, Zidane, who is of Algerian descent, opted to decline the opportunity.
Algeria faced a disappointing campaign in the Africa Cup of Nations, finishing at the bottom of Group D and resulting in the dismissal of Djamel Belmadi, the former coach. L'Equipe reports that Zidane was approached for the managerial position after Belmadi's departure.
The national team commenced their tournament with a 1-1 draw against Angola, followed by a 2-2 draw with Burkina Faso and a 1-0 defeat to Mauritania, ultimately leading to their elimination.
Zidane, renowned for his managerial success with Real Madrid, has been without a coaching role since concluding his second stint with the club in 2021. During his tenure, he achieved remarkable milestones, securing three consecutive Champions League titles (2015-16, 2016-17, and 2017-18), two LaLiga titles, and clinching the Club World Cup twice.
While the offer from the African nation was undoubtedly a flattering proposition, Zidane's decision to decline the role leaves football enthusiasts speculating on his future and potential return to coaching at a later stage.
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