Ange Postecoglou has made a surprise return to management after being appointed head coach of Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr.
The former Celtic and Tottenham boss has signed a lucrative two-year deal with the Riyadh club, where he will take charge of Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo, as well as Joao Felix, Marcelo Brozovic and Sadio Mane.
It's official: ✍️ Mr. Ange Postecoglou is the new Head Coach of @AlNassrFC 💛 He signed a contract for 2 seasons. Welcome, Gaffer! 🧠 pic.twitter.com/LEStlTdnQy
— AlNassr FC (@AlNassrFC_EN) July 3, 2026
Confirmation came via an official club statement, which read: “Mr Ange Postecoglou has been appointed as coach of the first football team at Al-Nassr Club, with a contract extending for two seasons.
“Our best wishes for success to him and his staff in their journey with the Global Club, God willing.”
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Postecoglou’s move to the Middle East ends speculation linking him with the Scotland job as a potential successor to Steve Clarke.
The Australian had spent the summer working as a pundit for ITV during the World Cup but now returns to the dugout for the next chapter of his career.
He is also set for a reunion of sorts in the Saudi top flight, where former Celtic counterpart Brendan Rodgers is currently in charge of Al-Qadsiah.
