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Moine Chaabani Nears Tunisia National Team Manager Job

Tunisian tactician Moine Chaabani is reportedly close to becoming the new head coach of the Tunisia national football team. Negotiations have recently resumed between Chaabani and the Tunisian Football Federation (FTF), according to Tunisian radio station Mosaïque FM.

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Tunisia’s Quest for Managerial Stability After World Cup 2026

Tunisia is searching for technical stability following a turbulent World Cup 2026 campaign. The federation sacked Sabri Lamouchi after a heavy 5-1 defeat against Sweden in their tournament opener. French manager Hervé Renard then took temporary charge for the matches against Japan and the Netherlands before departing at the end of Tunisia’s World Cup run.

Resolving the RS Berkane Release Clause

According to reports, the FTF had previously contacted Chaabani, but negotiations stalled due to his current contract with Moroccan club RS Berkane and a hefty release clause.

However, recent talks between the FTF and prominent Moroccan football officials have reportedly eased the situation, opening the door to bypass the release clause obstacle and paving the way for an amicable agreement.

Current discussions between Chaabani and the Tunisian Federation are focused on:

  • Contract duration.

  • Key performance targets and future objectives.

  • Financial terms (which are not expected to be a major obstacle).

A Critical Transition for the Carthage Eagles

This managerial search comes at a crucial time for Tunisian football. The national team urgently needs a clear, long-term project to rebuild the squad, phase in new talent, and improve international results following their World Cup exit.

Moine Chaabani’s Managerial Track Record

Chaabani boasts an impressive managerial resume in African football:

  • Esperance de Tunis: Won multiple Tunisian Ligue Professionnelle 1 titles and back-to-back CAF Champions League trophies.

  • Egyptian Premier League: Managed Egyptian clubs Al Masry and Ceramica Cleopatra.

  • RS Berkane (Morocco): Led the club to a historic double, winning the Moroccan Botola Pro and the CAF Confederation Cup two seasons ago.