Five free-agent managers set to shake up the next transfer window 🧠 | OneFootball

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·8 March 2026

Five free-agent managers set to shake up the next transfer window 🧠

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Things are going to shake up this summer.

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In recent weeks, like Walid Regragui and Roberto De Zerbi, many coaches have left their clubs or national teams.


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With all these big names unemployed, it's only natural to think that many teams looking for change might try to lure them away.

So, without further ado, discover the free coaches who are likely to stir up the transfer market this summer.


Xabi Alonso (43 years old)

Despite a failed experience at Real Madrid, the Spanish coach still holds a great reputation internationally. With Arne Slot under pressure, Xabi Alonso's name is persistently mentioned in connection with Anfield.

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Enzo Maresca (46 years old)

Having suddenly left Chelsea due to disagreements with the Blues' management, Enzo Maresca is among the coaches strongly rumored by the English press to succeed Pep Guardiola at Manchester City, should the latter depart.

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Roberto De Zerbi (46 years old)

Having left Marseille amid much turmoil, the fiery Italian coach still enjoys a good level of popularity, especially across the Channel. It remains to be seen if he wishes to embark on a new challenge already, as he seemed particularly affected by his failure at OM.

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Walid Regragui (50 years old)

After stepping down a few months before a World Cup with the Moroccan national team, Walid Regragui is reportedly looking for a position in Europe according to Foot Mercato. There have even been contacts with English and Spanish clubs.

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Filipe Luis (40 years old)

Having had an absolutely remarkable stint with Flamengo, where he won no less than eight trophies including a Copa Libertadores and a Brazilian championship, the former left-back of Chelsea and Atlético Madrid is one of the names to watch.

It was revealed by the Brazilian media UOLEsporte that the Brazilian had negotiated with the Blues before they opted for Liam Rosenior.

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