According to Di Marzio, the former Italy national team manager
Pioli
The Saudi Arabian team has been explicitly rejected
Jeddah (Saudi Arabia)
of the head coaching position.
Di Marzio pointed out that Pioli made a rejection of the offer from Jeddah United, especially after the change in the team's hierarchy and the change in technical conditions on the terms of the contract.
Jeddah United went through the coaching of Nuno Santo and Gallardo last season, with Nuno Santo being sacked after a conflict with the team's star player, Benzema. Gallardo took over and the team was inconsistent during his tenure and ended up with a
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
The season ended with a 5th place finish in the tournament. Today, Jeddah United officials announced that Gallardo has been relieved of his coaching duties.
Jeddah United currently have a number of well-known players in their squad, including Benzema, Kante, Hamdallah and Fabinho, and the team will be hoping to rediscover stability and success in the new season.
