BREAKING: The pair of demands Zidane could make if Manchester United want him to replace Amorim.

Zinedine Zidane would reportedly only agree to take charge of Manchester United if two key conditions were satisfied, according to former teammate Emmanuel Petit.

The French legend, now 53, has long been linked with the Old Trafford hot seat. However, Ruben Amorim still occupies the role despite enduring a difficult start to life in Manchester. Under his leadership, United have managed just 28 points from 29 league matches, with their most recent setback coming in a 1-1 draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage.

That result at least handed the Red Devils their first point of the new Premier League campaign, though they sit 16th in the table after two games.

Amorim has been backed in the transfer market with notable signings such as Benjamin Sesko, Diego Leon, Matheus Cunha, and Bryan Mbeumo. Yet performances remain underwhelming, mirroring last season’s struggles, when United slumped to 15th in the league and suffered heartbreak in the Europa League final against Spurs. For now, the board appears willing to stand by the Portuguese coach, but poor results cannot continue indefinitely if his position is to remain secure.

In the event of a change, several names are already being tipped as possible successors. Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner and former England manager Gareth Southgate currently lead the betting odds, while Zidane is ranked joint-fifth alongside Marco Silva and Unai Emery.

Petit previously revealed that Zidane would demand assurances before accepting such a job. Speaking in 2024, he explained: “I don’t think Zidane’s English is strong, and communication is vital in a dressing room. Knowing him, he would need serious guarantees before taking Manchester United. The club hasn’t had stability for years, the players’ level isn’t what it once was, and expectations are far removed from the Ferguson era.”

He added: “United are still a massive club, but not on the pitch right now. Zidane is very careful about the environment and the quality of players. If he does take over, he’ll need solutions in place.”

Since leaving Real Madrid in 2021, where he famously guided Los Blancos to three Champions League titles and two La Liga crowns, Zidane has remained out of management. He continues to be linked with the France national team job, which is expected to open up after Didier Deschamps steps down following the 2026 World Cup.