Scaloni may leave the Argentina national team: two candidates identified

The possibility of a coaching change for the Argentina national team has emerged. According to insider Nicolo Schira, Lionel Scaloni may step down from his position once his current contract expires.

Two famous Argentine specialists, Marcelo Gallardo and Diego Simeone, are being considered as the main candidates to replace him. However, the Argentine Football Association has not yet officially commented on these reports.

When does Scaloni's contract expire?

According to the source, Lionel Scaloni's current contract with the Argentine Football Association is set to run until the end of 2026.

There is currently no information indicating that the parties have reached a decision regarding a contract extension. For this reason, the head coach's future has become a topic of discussion.

If Scaloni does not remain with the national team, the AFA may begin the process of appointing a new coach. At this stage, Gallardo and Simeone are being mentioned as the most serious candidates.

Gallardo is currently a free agent

It is reported that Marcelo Gallardo is not currently managing any team and holds the status of a free agent.

This situation could organizationally facilitate his appointment to the Argentina national team, as the federation would not be required to terminate a contract with another club or resolve compensation issues.

Gallardo also stands out among the candidates for his deep knowledge of Argentine players and the local football environment.

Simeone is also ready to work

The second main candidate is Diego Simeone, the head coach of Atlético Madrid.

According to the source, if Scaloni leaves his post, Simeone is prepared to consider the opportunity to work with the national team. However, his current ties with Atlético could complicate potential negotiations.

Simeone has been active in club football for a long time. Therefore, if his appointment to the Argentina national team were to happen, it would mark a new chapter in the specialist's career.

No decision has been made yet

For now, neither the departure of Lionel Scaloni nor the appointment of Gallardo or Simeone as his successor has been officially confirmed.

The final decision will depend on Scaloni's personal plans, the position of the AFA leadership, and negotiations with potential candidates.

For this reason, the issue of the Argentina national team head coach could become one of the most discussed topics in world football in the coming months.