Real Madrid Contacted Zidane
Real Madrid reportedly made direct contact with Zinedine Zidane back in December as they explored a possible replacement for Xabi Alonso.
However, a return to the Santiago Bernabéu did not materialize, as Zidane had already committed to the France national football team setup, effectively ruling him out of the running.
Zidane remains one of the most successful managers in Real Madrid’s history, making him a natural candidate whenever the club considers a change in the dugout. His previous spell brought immense success, including multiple Champions League titles, and his connection with the club continues to run deep.
Despite the approach, Madrid were forced to look elsewhere, with Zidane’s future seemingly aligned with international football.
A reunion that almost happened—but not this time.