Walid Regragui is edging closer to leaving his position as head coach of the Morocco national team, with negotiations over his departure reportedly entering the final stages ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
According to reports, the Moroccan tactician is currently in discussions with the Royal Moroccan Football Federation to formalize an exit that could be announced soon. Both parties are said to have agreed in principle to terminate their contractual relationship through a mutual agreement.
The potential change comes at a crucial moment, with the Atlas Lions preparing for the 2026 World Cup scheduled for next summer. The federation is believed to be considering a fresh technical direction as preparations intensify for the global tournament.
Among the names already linked with the vacant role is Spanish coach Xavi Hernández, who has been without a club since leaving FC Barcelona in May 2024. Spanish outlet Marca reports that the former midfielder is one of the leading candidates under consideration.
Other potential successors mentioned include Moroccan coaches Tarik Sektioui, Mohammed Ouahbi, and Jamal Sellami, as the federation evaluates both local and international options.
At the 2026 World Cup, Morocco have been drawn into Group C alongside tournament heavyweights Brazil national football team, Caribbean side Haiti national football team, and Scotland national football team.
An official announcement regarding Regragui’s future is expected in the coming days, with the decision likely to shape Morocco’s ambitions.
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