Guardiola, Conte, Xavi... These 7 'free agent' coaches on the market
The transfer market isn’t just buzzing with player signings—managers are in the spotlight too. Let’s take a closer look at seven coaches currently free of any commitments.
Pep Guardiola
Arriving from Bayern Munich in 2016, Pep Guardiola spent a historic decade with Manchester City, racking up 20 major trophies, including a Champions League and six Premier League titles.
The former Barça boss is currently the top option for any club or national team aiming to get back to winning ways. At 55, he stands among the greatest tacticians in football history.
Xavi Hernandez
Free since his journey with FC Barcelona ended in June 2024, he’s still searching for the right challenge.
The former Al-Sadd coach is currently being linked as one of the leading candidates to replace Matthias Jaissle on the Al-Ahli Saudi bench.
Antonio Conte
Out of contract since leaving Napoli, Antonio Conte came close to returning as Italy’s national team boss, before the job was handed to Roberto Mancini.
With vast experience in both Italy and England, the Italian tactician remains one of the most sought-after managers on the market.
Joachim Löw
At the helm of Germany from 2006 to 2021, with a World Cup triumph in 2014, Joachim Löw hasn’t managed since.
After five years away from the dugout, it might be time for him to make a comeback. “I said I don’t want to retire just yet, especially if an interesting offer and an exciting project come along. Returning to manage a national team would suit me best, given my experience,” he recently told Sky Sports, while denying any contact with Ghana.
Didier Deschamps
Didier Deschamps has bid farewell to the French national team after fourteen years at the helm.
The 1998 World Cup winner as a player delivered Les Bleus their second World Cup trophy in 2018, this time as manager. He is currently unattached.
Ronald Koeman
With a stellar managerial career—having led ten clubs across four different countries—Koeman couldn’t take the Netherlands far at the 2026 World Cup.
He stepped down after the Dutch were knocked out by Morocco in the round of 16, losing on penalties.
Thomas Frank
Thomas Frank learned the ropes of management through seasons in the Championship, then the Premier League with Brentford, before taking charge at Tottenham.
Things turned sour with the Spurs and the Dane has been out of work since leaving in February 2026.
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