Yaya Touré’s role as assistant coach with Saudi Arabia’s national football team hangs in the balance following the departure of head coach Roberto Mancini, who was dismissed this week due to underwhelming results. Mancini and the Saudi Arabian Football Federation reached a mutual agreement to end their association, raising questions about the future of Touré and others in the coaching staff.
Touré, who joined the Saudi national team as assistant coach under Mancini, has worked through 18 matches with the team, achieving a record of seven wins, five draws, and six losses.
This record, however, fell short of the expectations set by the Saudi football authorities, leaving Touré’s position in jeopardy as they seek a fresh direction for the team.
The former Ivory Coast captain, known for his accomplished playing career in Europe, now faces an uncertain future with Saudi Arabia, as his role was closely tied to Mancini’s tenure.
With a new head coach likely to be appointed soon, Touré’s continued involvement will likely hinge on the preferences of the incoming leadership.
Touré’s transition from player to coach has been closely watched within the football world.
He joined the Saudi team’s staff in the hopes of bringing his expertise and insight to the players, especially given his notable leadership qualities and experience at the highest levels of international football.
