Didier Deschamps has emerged as a name to watch for Real Madrid as the club begins to look ahead to next season. The French coach is expected to leave his role with the France national football team after the 2026 World Cup, bringing an end to a spell that has lasted well over a decade.
That timing matters, because Madrid’s current campaign has been anything but settled. The season started under Xabi Alonso, and while there were early signs of promise, the team never quite found a consistent rhythm. One week they looked in control, the next they were dropping points in games they were expected to win.
As the weeks went by, the lack of balance became more obvious. Madrid could dominate phases of matches but struggled to keep that level for 90 minutes. Defensive lapses crept in, midfield control wasn’t always there, and the results began to reflect that inconsistency. It eventually led to a major call being made.
Defeat in the Spanish Super Cup final against FC Barcelona proved to be the tipping point, with the club deciding to move on from Alonso shortly after. The hope was that a change on the bench would steady things quickly.
🚨 𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊𝐈𝐍𝐆: Didier Deschamps is on Real Madrid’s shortlist for next season, per @FabriceHawkins ⚪️
He will leave his role as France manager after the World Cup, bringing an end to his tenure that began in 2012. 🇫🇷 pic.twitter.com/qbPAaiC11w
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Real Madrid continues to struggle under Arbeloa
Instead, the problems have largely carried over under Álvaro Arbeloa. Real Madrid have continued to drop points at key moments, and their push in the league has taken a hit as a result. A recent draw against Girona FC summed up the situation, stretching their winless run and allowing Barcelona to pull further ahead.
There’s been a familiar pattern in these games. Real Madrid often start brightly, create openings, and look comfortable, but that control fades as matches go on. Second halves in particular have been an issue, with the team unable to manage games or respond when momentum shifts.
The attack hasn’t quite clicked either. For a side packed with quality, the output has felt underwhelming at times. Moves break down too easily, chances are not taken, and there isn’t the same sharp edge that usually defines Real Madrid sides.
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At the back, small errors have made a big difference. Moments of lost concentration have cost them, and those slips have turned manageable games into frustrating results. Overall, there hasn’t been a clear improvement since the managerial change, which only adds to the uncertainty.
With the season entering its decisive stretch, Madrid are now in a position where the title is no longer fully in their control. The risk of ending the campaign without a major trophy is real, and that has naturally shifted focus toward what comes next.
That is where Didier Deschamps fits into the picture. He brings experience, a proven track record at the highest level, and the ability to manage big personalities in high-pressure environments.
Whether Real Madrid decide to move in that direction will depend on how the rest of the season plays out, but with Deschamps nearing the end of his international stint, the link feels like one that could gather momentum quickly.
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