The French Football Federation is expected to officially appoint Zinedine Zidane as the new national team manager.

According to the French newspaper L’Équipe, the tactical vision for the national squad has been taking shape for several months.

Constant and discreet consultations between Zidane and FFF President Philippe Diallo have paved the way for a remarkably smooth transition.

The federation has finalized a massive 4-year contract to secure the former Real Madrid mastermind, firmly locking him in for the upcoming European and World Cup cycles.

Finalizing the backroom staff
While the managerial shift is significant, Zidane is not planning to overhaul the existing national framework completely.

L’Équipe reports that the 54-year-old tactician will finalize his coaching staff by August, with expectations leaning toward minimal but highly targeted changes.

The federation intends to formally announce his arrival next Tuesday.