Who will pay Zidane ?
Expected to succeed Didier Deschamps as coach, Zinedine Zidane should be subject to a derogation regarding his salary. The National Assembly and Senate recently voted a reform providing a cap for the revenues of federation employees. It's now just a matter of time before seeing Zinedine Zidane take the lead of the France national team.
What salary for Zidane ?
Before Zinedine Zidane's nomination, a French professional sports reform was voted on July 8 by the National Assembly and Senate, providing a 450,000 euros per year cap for the revenues of federation employees. This won't hinder the FFF for Didier Deschamps' succession since a derogation granted by the Sports Minister is possible.
The FFF might request a derogation
Invited to After Foot on Tuesday, senators Laurent Lafon and Michel Savin confirmed that the Zidane file won't be reopened. « There will be the possibility for each federation president to solicit the Sports Minister's agreement on certain posts. This is not a question of people », notably said Michel Savin to RMC.
The current situation of the France national team
The France national team has suffered a series of recent defeats, including against England (4-6) on July 18. Since then, the Bleus have lost their last four matches, with a record of 1 win, 0 draws and 4 losses in their last five matches. Their next match is scheduled against Turkey on September 25.
Hugo Ekitiké, absent
Player Hugo Ekitiké is currently injured and cannot participate in the upcoming matches of the France national team.
Conclusion
The situation of the France national team is worrying, but the FFF might request a derogation for Zinedine Zidane's salary. It's to be hoped that the Bleus will be able to regain their form and win important matches.
