Real Madrid is in one of the most critical stages of the season. With the final stretch of the competition in sight, decisions about the team's future are beginning to take shape. The most important: Carlo Ancelotti's future.
After a season of ups and downs and defeats in the Copa del Rey and the Champions League, the club would already be taking measures.
Ancelotti's Future: Decision Almost Made
Although Carlo Ancelotti has a contract with Real Madrid until 2026, his future has been in doubt in recent weeks. The Italian, key in the club, has said he will respect Madrid's decision at the end of the season.
The latest setbacks, especially the eliminations in national and international competitions, have put his continuity on the line. According to Relevo, Madrid would have almost certainly decided to dismiss Carlo Ancelotti after La Liga, at the end of May.
The Match Against Real Sociedad
This farewell could occur at Bernabéu, in a calm match, as the league options were reduced after the defeat against Barcelona.
If Madrid doesn't close the gap with Barcelona, May 25 against Real Sociedad could be the farewell of Ancelotti and his son, Davide.
The Club World Cup: The Arrival of a New Coach
With Carlo Ancelotti's departure, Real Madrid has already begun to think about the immediate future. One of the first challenges will be the Club World Cup, which will be played from June 14 to July 13 in the United States. According to reports from 'Relevo,' the club would have already spoken with Santiago Solari to take charge of the first team during this competition.
Solari, who is currently the Director of Soccer at Real Madrid, already has experience leading the first team. In 2018, when Julen Lopetegui was dismissed, Solari took on the responsibility of leading the team and achieved important victories, including the first major bet on Vinicius Jr.
Solari's Continuity: The Most Natural Option
Florentino Pérez sees Solari as the natural option for the Club World Cup, until hiring a long-term coach. The relationship between the Argentine and the club is solid, and his time with Castilla has allowed him to know Madrid's structure well.
This coaching change would be a provisional solution, as the club is searching for a coach for the next season. Xabi Alonso remains the favorite in the betting, although his situation at Bayer Leverkusen could complicate his arrival.