Zinedine Zidane, the iconic former Real Madrid manager, has expressed his admiration for Manchester United’s Old Trafford, calling it one of his favorite venues from his career. Zidane, who left his managerial role at Real Madrid in 2021, is frequently mentioned when high-profile coaching jobs in Europe open up. His success in Spain, where he won three Champions League titles and two La Liga trophies, has kept him in the conversation for top positions, including the one at Manchester United.
United is currently facing managerial uncertainty, with Erik ten Hag under pressure following the team’s poor start to the Premier League season. There were rumors that Ten Hag’s position might be in jeopardy, particularly during the October international break, when a meeting in London reportedly discussed the team’s performance and his future. However, no significant developments have emerged since, leading to speculation that Ten Hag remains secure in his role for the time being.
Zidane, in a recent interview on Real Madrid’s YouTube channel, reflected on some of his favorite stadiums. After mentioning Anfield, he also spoke fondly of Old Trafford, recalling memorable matches against Manchester United during his career. Despite the ongoing links to Premier League jobs, Zidane is seen as an unlikely candidate for the United role due to his hesitation about managing in England, citing his limited proficiency with the English language as a concern.
