Zinedine Zidane Builds France Staff in Secret: Bettoni In, Barthez Possible

Zinedine Zidane is quietly assembling his coaching team as he prepares to take over the French national team, with sources revealing that David Bettoni, his historical right-hand man, is set to play a key role. The legendary midfielder, whose official appointment is expected in the coming days, has also explored bringing former goalkeeper Fabien Barthez into the fold. Unlike his predecessor Didier Deschamps, who operated in the public eye, Zidane has conducted all negotiations behind closed doors. Meetings with the French Football Federation (FFF) have been held in strict confidence, with no leaks emerging about the composition of his staff. The secrecy extends to the entire organization of his upcoming mandate, as Zidane prefers to work in silence until everything is finalized. The future of the French team is being shaped away from the media glare, with Zidane’s trusted circle expected to be the foundation of the new era.

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