Manchester United could revive Didier Deschamps' career
Four months after France's 4‑6 defeat to England in the third‑place match of the 2026 World Cup, played on July 18 in Miami, Didier Deschamps, 58, could be courted by Manchester United, reviving rumours about his future after nearly fourteen years in charge of the Bleus.
After nearly fourteen years in charge of the Bleus, Didier Deschamps is considering a sabbatical year before returning in 2027. The XXL challenge that Manchester United represents could bring him back into the spotlight, although this remains uncertain.
He has never been very attracted to the tumultuous Premier League. At 58, he could continue his career heading a national team or in Serie A and La Liga. The English championship, regarded as the most competitive, now only rewards great managers or forward‑thinking strategists, which Deschamps is not.
Man United looking for a coach
After a catastrophic start with only one win in ten matchdays, Man United, currently 18th and facing relegation, have decided to sideline Michael Carrick during the international break. Omar Berrada and Jason Wilcox are traveling on Tuesday to Monaco to meet Sir Jim Ratcliffe, co‑owner of the club.
Unless a thunderbolt strikes, the Carrick chapter will be turned. Manchester United has also looked at Eddie Howe, former Bournemouth and Newcastle coach, as well as Julian Nagelsmann, a tactical talent who failed to convince at Bayern and then at the head of the German national team.
Mauricio Pochettino, who still manages the United States national team, would also be highly appreciated. Antonio Conte and Didier Deschamps are among the coaches being linked on the other side of the Channel.