The two men appreciate each other, respect each other and maintain relationships that go beyond the simple professional framework.
So when he is asked about the future of Didier Deschamps – who will celebrate his 10th anniversary on Friday at the head of the selection – President Noël Le Graët is careful to use the right words.
At the end of the contract after the World Cup in Qatar (November 21-December 18), "DD" would like to continue his mission until Euro 2024 in Germany, but the French football boss is waiting to see what the champions of the world will achieve at the end of the year when defending their title.
Le Graët confirms the objective of the semi-finals for the Blues in Qatar
“
You know my attachment to Didier and I never broached the subject with Zidane
(to succeed him), plants the Breton leader on France 2.
It would not be correct.
We have 10 years of friendship and good results with him
.
Relaunched on the question of whether Deschamps will be there after the World Cup, he first replied with an agreed answer.
“
I don't know, I'm going to receive him at Guingamp in a few days to chat, see what state of mind he is in.
Its possible extension will be decided after the World Cup
.
Before opening the door: “
It can change before 2024
(date of the Euro),
but I hope that Didier will have a good performance at the World Cup and then he will have the
.
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