Belgium wait for new coach Tedesco as he seeks settlement at old club Leipzig

The 37-year-old agreed to replace Roberto Martinez on a contract up to the 2026 World Cup but has been unable to sign while negotiating the balance of his contract at Bundesliga club Leipzig.

Tue, 07 Feb, 2023 - 15:50

Mark Gleeson

Belgium's plans to name Domenico Tedesco as their new coach continue to be stymied by contract negotiations with his former club RB Leipzig but Belgian FA sources said they expect the matter to be settled within a week.

The 37-year-old agreed to replace Roberto Martinez on a contract up to the 2026 World Cup but has been unable to sign while negotiating the balance of his contract at Bundesliga club Leipzig.