Didier Deschamps considers sabbatical after France national team tenure
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 7:50 AM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
Didier Deschamps, the former manager of the France national soccer team, is contemplating a sabbatical after his contract expired two months ago following their FIFA World Cup campaign. Deschamps, who managed France for 14 years with notable successes, is currently resting between his residences in Cap d’Ail and Brittany. Reports indicate he may not return to management before November and is open to future opportunities, including potentially leading another national team. Links to various high-profile jobs, such as the Italy position and Real Madrid, have not materialized.
- •Deschamps' contract ended after the FIFA World Cup two months ago.
- •He is considering a sabbatical, potentially lasting a whole season.
- •He previously managed France for 14 years and achieved significant tournament success.
- •Deschamps is currently resting in Cap d’Ail and Brittany.
- •He may pursue future management opportunities, including national teams.
- 7:50 AMYahoo Sports — Former France manager Didier Deschamps may take a sabbatical
"Didier Deschamps’ contract as manager of the France national team expired two months ago, upon the conclusion of Les Bleus FIFA World Cup campaign, however, despite wanting a return to management, h...
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