Saudi media reports revealed that Spanish coach Xavi Hernandez declined an offer to take charge of the Saudi national team in the upcoming period, including leading the team in the World Cup.

According to sources, the Saudi Federation is dissatisfied with the current coach Hervé Renard's performance, which may lead to his departure before the tournament begins, as they search for a new coach to lead the team.

Reports indicated that Italian coach Roberto De Zerbi was among the names considered, but he also declined the offer, as he is expected to take over as the coach of Tottenham Hotspur.

On the other hand, the name of Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim stands out as one of the top candidates to take on the role if the Saudi Federation decides to change the coaching staff in the upcoming period.

It is reported that several reports in the past hours have indicated that coach Walid Regragui is close to taking over the management of the Saudi national team.