A close friend of Frenchman Zinedine Zidane revealed the intentions of the former Real Madrid coach regarding his next step in the coaching world. Zidane's friend stated via the German network "Sport 1," "Zidane will return to Juventus or lead the French national team or Bayern Munich while he does not want to go to England." He added, "Zidane sees Bayern Munich as similar to Real Madrid; it is a prestigious club with an administrative structure that provides an ideal work environment, and there are many similarities between the Spanish and German clubs." He pointed out that "Zidane works in the German way; he leans towards institutional work and pays attention to the smallest details." The French star's friend concluded, "But if Bayern Munich wants to sign him, they must give Zidane significant sporting powers and respond to his wishes." Zidane has been free since the end of his second term with Real Madrid in 2021.