The search for a credible successor seems to have hit a snag, leaving the national team at a critical juncture. Almost two weeks have passed since the end of the association with Belmadi, and the FAF is yet to make headway in securing a new head coach.
With only six weeks remaining until the international window in March, marked by a highly anticipated friendly tournament under FIFA’s auspices, the FAF faces a pivotal moment.
Despite initial speculation surrounding renowned figures such as Zinedine Zidane, José Mourinho, and Hervé Renard, the reality has set in, revealing a lack of substantial progress in negotiations at the FAF headquarters in Dely Brahim.
The absence of any high-profile managerial figures shaking hands with Walid Sadi at the FAF headquarters underscores the challenges faced by the football association in securing a successor to Djamel Belmadi.
Belmadi himself has not officially terminated his working relationship with the FAF, adding an additional layer of complexity to the situation.
The aftermath of Belmadi’s departure has been marred by leaks and attempts to discredit him, leaving the former Olympique de Marseille player determined to set the record straight.
As the media-political connections in the Algiers-Doha axis come into play, Belmadi is poised to challenge the post-elimination strategy, further complicating Walid Sadi’s mission during this crucial period.
In addition to the contractual issues, the FAF’s search for a high-caliber coach is criticized for its lack of direction.
The Federation appears to be revisiting past figures without a clear profile in mind, resulting in a series of conflicting announcements about potential successors.
The absence of a coherent roadmap raises concerns about the management of elite football in Algeria.
The current turmoil at the FAF suggests a lack of preparedness at the administrative level, with the absence of a well-defined composite portrait for the ideal candidate.
The perceived haste and lack of a strategic plan contribute to the uncertainty surrounding the selection process, reflecting a precarious situation for Algerian football as it prepares for international tournaments and World Cup qualifiers in the coming months.
