France continue their World Cup build-up against Tunisia on Sunday with a sub-plot developing around coach Raymond Domenech.
The 58-year-old has rarely been far from the headlines during a colourful five-and-a-half years at the helm of the national team.
And this week has been no exception, with reports suggesting he will take control of Tunisia when he leaves his role with France following the World Cup.
Tunisian Football Federation (FTF) president Ali Hafsi recently travelled to France to interview potential coaches to guide the nation through the qualifying campaign for the 2014 World Cup.
But FTF spokesman Anouar Haddad told Tunisian radio station Mosaique FM: "I deny this news. What I can say is that when Mr Ali Hafsi went to France he did speak with coaches, French ones obviously, but Raymond Domenech was not one of them.
"It's 80% sure that the coach will be French. The task of hiring a coach is between the Minister of Sports and Ali Hafsi. We made offers and there are coaches who are studying them.
"When we hear back whether they're interested or not then the Federal Bureau will meet and look into the possibilities. It's a very important and sensitive step in the process but up until now Domenech is not going to be our next coach."
Domenech will be replaced as France coach by Laurent Blanc following the World Cup, but for now 'Les Bleus' are focused on the tournament.
And Arsenal midfielder Abou Diaby believes the clash with Tunisia - against whom France had to come from a goal down to win 3-1 in a friendly in Paris in 2008 - represents ideal preparation for the showpiece event in South Africa.
Diaby told www.fff.fr: "There will be a little flavour of the World Cup, an African flavour.
"It's very good preparation. Tunisia caused us problems at the Stade de France and they have skilful players.
"Even though it is a friendly match, I think it will be very competitive."
Diaby vowed that France will be inspired by thoughts of his stricken midfield colleague Lassana Diarra, who was forced out of the squad after contracting a stomach problem.
"He is doing well and we wish him a good recovery," Diaby said.
"The fact he will not be there is strange, but it can have a positive effect on the squad. We will give our all for him."
