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Zidane distanced from Man Utd role as Mourinho fights to keep his job

The Frenchman's agent claims the former Real Madrid boss has no desire to work in England amid ongoing talk of a possible move to Old Trafford

Zinedine Zidane has been distanced from a possible role as successor to Jose Mourinho at Manchester United by his agent.

Ever since speculation regarding the managerial post at Old Trafford began to circulate, an iconic Frenchman has seen his name put in the frame.

Mourinho remains at the Red Devils helm for now, but he is battling to keep that job amid a backdrop of uncertainty and ongoing talk of internal rifts within his squad.