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Algeria Football Federation negotiating Vahid Halilhodzic return

The Algerian Football Federation (Faf) are discussing the return of Vahid Halilhodzic to the national team.

Despite guiding Algeria to the World Cup knockout phase for the first time in their World Cup history, Halilhodzic stepped down from his post after three years. There were many passionate pleas for him to stay from fans and Algeria president Abdelaziz Bouteflika.

Faf’s now confirming that they are talking to Halilhodzic. Faf president Kheireddine Zetchi said the former Paris Saint Germain coach is among a list of others they are negotiating with.

“There is no agreement with Vahid Halilhodzic for now.