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Zinedine Zidane Set to Coach Fenerbahce After Mourinho

9/9/2025

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Zinedine Zidane has reportedly agreed to become head coach of Fenerbahce following Jose Mourinho's exit.
Since leaving Real Madrid in 2021, Zidane has not held a managerial position, winning 11 trophies there.
He has shown interest in managing France, likely available after the 2026 World Cup.
Zidane worries about language barriers, lacking fluency in English and Turkish.
Fenerbahce has invested €87 million in player transfers this summer, raising concerns about Zidane's salary expectations.

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Zinedine Zidane has reportedly agreed to become head coach of Fenerbahce following Jose Mourinho's exit.
Since leaving Real Madrid in 2021, Zidane has not held a managerial position, winning 11 trophies there.
He has shown interest in managing France, likely available after the 2026 World Cup.
Zidane worries about language barriers, lacking fluency in English and Turkish.
Fenerbahce has invested €87 million in player transfers this summer, raising concerns about Zidane's salary expectations.