Deschamps Says He Will Coach On After World Cup With Options Open
Italy is seeking a new coach after failing to reach the World Cup.
Overview
- Didier Deschamps told reporters he will not retire after the 2026 tournament and said he is available for new roles while stressing that his focus is the World Cup.
- Asked about the Italy vacancy, he said he is not ruling anything out and added that he might brush up on his Italian.
- He announced France’s 26-man World Cup squad and included Serie A players Mike Maignan, Adrien Rabiot, Manu Koné, and Marcus Thuram.
- Italy’s search follows Gennaro Gattuso’s exit after the Azzurri failed to qualify for the World Cup.
- His stance points to a busy coaching market after the tournament, with reports mentioning Zinédine Zidane as a possible successor for France.