Former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane is reported to have signed a contract to become the next head coach of the France men’s national team. Multiple outlets say the agreement is in place, with football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano stating that Zidane, 54, has signed a deal until mid-2030. Vanguard reports the contract runs until June 2030. The reports also say Zidane is expected to take over from Didier Deschamps, who has stepped down after a long spell in charge of Les Bleus. One source notes Deschamps’ last match comes after France’s 2026 World Cup campaign, where they finish with a third-place play-off loss to England. The outlets describe Zidane’s appointment as a likely succession following Deschamps’ departure, though they do not provide additional details such as the terms beyond the contract end date or an official announcement timeline. Overall, the coverage agrees on the key points: Zidane is set to lead France and his contract is scheduled to run to June or mid-2030.