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Zidane declines Bayern Munich role, vows support for Real Madrid in Champions League clash

Former France international, Zinedine Zidane, quashed rumours of his potential takeover at Bayern Munich, affirming his allegiance to his former club, Real Madrid.

He expressed anticipation for the UEFA Champions League showdown at Santiago Bernabeu, voicing confidence in Real Madrid’s abilities while acknowledging the challenge posed by Bayern Munich in the upcoming fixture.

Speaking to SkyDE, Zidane claimed that he was not in the running to become Thomas Tuchel’s replacement.

He added that Real Madrid would find it hard against Bayern Munich in the second leg, saying:

“No, it will not happen. I’m going to watch the game, I will cheer for Real Madrid and hopefully Real Madrid will win.

“It will be a difficult game,” he added.

Zinedine Zidane refuses to rule out Luka Jovic move amid Manchester United speculation

September 30, 2020 No Comments

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane has refused to rule out the possibility of Luka Jovic leaving the club on loan before the transfer deadline, with Manchester United eyeing a last-ditch move for the striker. Jovic has fallen some way short of expectations after joining Madrid for a fee of €60million (£55m) ahead of the 2019/20 campaign and the 22-year-old is looking for a temporary escape route out of the Bernabeu in order to guarantee regular playing time.

United head coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is keen to add a centre-forward to his squad for the new campaign and talks have taken place with free agent Edinson Cavani and Jovic over the last few days.

Jovic is said to be seduced by the prospect of a switch to Old Trafford and discussions are progressing well, with a loan agreement appearing to suit all parties and United prepared to pay the attacker’s €8million (£7.3m) salary.