Official: Zinedine Zidane replaces Santiago Solari as Real Madrid coach

Official: Zinedine Zidane replaces Santiago Solari as Real Madrid coach

Zidane vuelve a ser entrenador del Real Madrid / | Marta Fernández

The club confirmed he was returning on a three and a half year deal

Real Madrid reappointed Zinedine Zidane as coach, replacing Santiago Solari on Monday.

Zizou left at the end of last season after winning three Champions League trophies back to back.

Solari has been offered a new position at the club if he wishes to stay.

“I want to put this club back where it belongs,” said Zidane.

"It has been difficult from the outside looking in.

"I have been living here in Madrid, doing my things. But I have recharged my batteries. I'm ready to coach this great club again."