Besiktas make initial contact to appoint Zinedine Zidane as head coach

Besiktas have reportedly opened talks with Franco-Algerian tactician in an attempt to appoint him as the club’s new head coach for next season.

The Turkish outfit are actively searching for a new coach ahead of the upcoming season and have identified Zidane as one of their leading targets for the role.

The club is said to be pushing for a high-profile appointment to restore momentum and excitement among supporters following recent managerial changes.

Besiktas president Serdal Adalı is reportedly keen on bringing in a big-name figure capable of lifting both performance levels and fan engagement. As part of that strategy, Beşiktaş have already made initial contact with representatives of Zidane to explore his availability and willingness to consider the project.

The approach comes at a time when Zidane’s name continues to be strongly linked with the French national team job, with many believing he is being lined up as a successor in the post-World Cup cycle. However, the emergence of a concrete offer from Istanbul has introduced a new dimension to his future decisions.

Despite initial hesitation from the former Real Madrid manager—reportedly due to his long-term ambition of coaching France—there are growing indications that he is not completely ruling out a move to Turkey if the project aligns with his expectations.

Beşiktaş are understood to have presented details of their sporting project, including transfer plans and restructuring ambitions, in an effort to convince Zidane that the club can return to competing strongly in European football.

The club’s rich history, passionate fan base, and ongoing rebuild have reportedly caught Zidane’s attention, even as his preference remains tied to the French national team opportunity. The Turkish side’s leadership, however, is determined to act quickly and decisively in the coming days to strengthen their managerial position ahead of the new campaign.

While no agreement has been reached, the situation has added intrigue to Zidane’s future.