Zinedine Zidane is emerging as the leading contender to take over the France national team once the World Cup cycle concludes, according to ongoing reporting. While no agreement is in place, he is expected to become the preferred successor to Didier Deschamps, who will remain in charge until late July. For now, the French Football Federation is keeping its attention on preparations for the 2026 tournament, with succession talks likely to intensify later in the summer.