Big move! Saudi Arabia launches entire project to bring in Didier Deschamps. The goal: World Cup 2034
Kenley Ward
Dailysports's expert
The French specialist commands great authority and respect from the leadership of the Saudi Arabian Football Federation.
Details: According to SkySports, 57-year-old current France national team coach Didier Deschamps has become a highly coveted and sought-after figure in Saudi Arabia.
Previously, rumors in the media suggested that Deschamps might take charge of one of the Saudi clubs, but now there is information that the Saudi football authorities want Deschamps to lead the Saudi Arabia national team. However, this won't be just a coaching role—Saudi officials want Deschamps to oversee the entire process, both as head coach and as a consultant, shaping a long-term strategy for the national team's development for years to come.
Deschamps' experience and achievements command respect and trust, and the Saudis believe that this approach could elevate their national team to an entirely new level. Their objective is to build a squad that will be fully competitive against the world's best by the 2034 World Cup and capable of fighting for the tournament's gold medals.
It's reported that Saudi Arabia is prepared to offer Deschamps a generous eight-year contract along with full authority over team management.
Didier Deschamps' contract with the France national team expires in July 2026, and the coach has no intention of extending it.
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