Legends who returned to manage their club | OneFootball

Legends who returned to manage their club | OneFootball

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·25 May 2025

Legends who returned to manage their club

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It's now official: Xabi Alonso joins the pantheon of legendary footballers who have donned the roles of both player and coach at the same club.


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The new Real Madrid coach must now strive to follow in the footsteps of Zinedine Zidane: enhancing his legacy at the club through his managerial prowess.

Many have attempted this double challenge. Not all have succeeded.

Clarence Seedorf (AC Milan)

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Frank Lampard (Chelsea)

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Pep Guardiola (FC Barcelona)

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Diego Simeone (Atlético)

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Ole Gunnar Solskjær (Man United)

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Mikel Arteta (Arsenal)

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Wayne Rooney (Derby County)

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Zinedine Zidane (Real Madrid)

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Xavi (FC Barcelona)

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