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Vladimir Petkovic has a touch after his chaotic end in Algeria

Udinese could well rely on a well-known face of Italian football to emerge from the crisis. As Kosta Runjaic approaches…

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 6:29 PM

Key Things to Know

Vladimir Petkovic is being considered by Udinese as a potential successor to manager Kosta Runjaic.
Udinese sits 19th in Serie A with five points after ten matches following a 5-2 loss to AS Roma.
Petkovic is a free agent after ending his tenure with the Algeria national team in August.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Vladimir Petkovic has emerged as an option for Udinese as the Italian club considers replacing head coach Kosta Runjaic. Runjaic faces an uncertain future following a 5-2 defeat against AS Roma, with Udinese sitting in 19th place in Serie A with just five points from ten matches.

Petkovic has been a free agent since departing the Algeria national team in August. The former Lazio and Switzerland manager is being considered alongside other candidates, including Paolo Zanetti, Roberto D'Aversa, and Davide Ballardini.

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Vladimir Petkovic has a touch after his chaotic end in Algeria

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