Zinedine Zidane’s net worth, model wife, footballer sons and Man United links

Zinedine Zidane is reportedly one of the top choices for Sir Jim Ratcliffe to replace Erik ten Hag, should he decide to part ways with Manchester United.

The 52-year-old has been without a job since his departure from Real Madrid in 2021. Meanwhile, Ten Hag is under significant pressure as he enters his third season at the helm of the Old Trafford giants. Since succeeding Ralf Rangnick in April 2022, the Dutchman has struggled to restore Manchester United's former glory - finishing third in the 2022/23 campaign and a record-low eighth in the most recent season.

With two defeats in his first three matches of the 2024/25 Premier League, Ten Hag's tenure is off to a shaky start - currently placing 14th and six points adrift of league leaders Manchester City. Rumours are already circulating that United's top brass are considering potential replacements if the poor form persists, and Zidane is among several names reportedly being considered.

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After a five-year stint as a player for Real Madrid before retiring in 2006, Zidane returned to the Bernabeu as a manager between 2016 and 2018, and again between 2019 and 2021. During his managerial spells, Zidane led Los Blancos to two La Liga titles, two Supercopa de Espanas, three Champions League titles, two UEFA Supercups and two FIFA Club World Cups - undoubtedly establishing himself as a skilled tactician on the touchline, reports the Mirror.

Rumours are swirling about the possibility of Zidane taking over at Manchester United if Ten Hag leaves. Here, we delve into