From Paris to Paris. In one week, Zinedine Zidane has made several appearances in the capital. Last week, the former number 10 of the France team was present to present the Ballon d’Or to his friend Karim Benzema. A moment he wouldn’t have missed for the world, he who asked to give the award to the 34-year-old striker. A player with whom he has always had a special relationship.
On Saturday, the two men also met at the Santiago-Bernabéu stadium. There, Zizou again participated in a ceremony held in honor of KB9. With Luka Modric, crowned in 2018, the Ballon d’Or 98 presented the trophy to the former OL player. Then he flew to Paris on Monday. This time, it was he who was in the spotlight since the new wax statue of him was unveiled at the Grévin Museum. The opportunity for him to answer questions from the press present for this event.
Zidane will soon return to duty
In addition to the World Cup in Qatar, Zinedine Zidane was asked about his future by RMC Sports. “Do I miss the coach suit? No, I’m not far. We wait, we wait a little bit”. Relaunched on the subject, he then confided: “soon soon. But hey, here we take advantage”. A big announcement from the French, who has not been in office since leaving Real Madrid. It was in 2021.
Since then, the tricolor technician has been linked to several clubs including Paris Saint-Germain this summer. But in the end, he has not yet found a bench. So it’s only a matter of time. But where can he resume service? It’s no secret that Zizou has always wanted to lead the France team one day. And with Didier Deschamps’ contract expiring after the World Cup in Qatar, ZZ could well apply if things don’t go well for the Blues. To be continued…