Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionMirror FootballUnverified source· 12 Aug 2026
Martinez in talks to become Netherlands boss
A month after leaving Portugal, Roberto Martinez is in talks to take charge of the Netherlands.
Roberto Martínez
coach
Role
Netherlands manager
Current status
In talks
Previous role
Portugal manager
What happened. Roberto Martinez is in talks to become the next manager of the Netherlands, a month after leaving his role with Portugal.
- Netherlands parted with Ronald Koeman after World Cup exit.
- Arne Slot withdrew from the process to stay in club football.
- Martinez left Portugal after World Cup last-16 exit.
If appointed, Martinez would return to international management swiftly after his Portugal exit.
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