Real Madrid is experiencing a historic and bittersweet moment. Carlo Ancelotti will cease to be their coach on May 26, 2025. After six seasons and a trophy cabinet full of titles, the Italian ends his second stint on the white bench.
The official announcement came after a hectic day in Valdebebas. Although it was already anticipated, the news stirs emotions inside and outside the club.
Ancelotti Says Goodbye with Class
Away from controversies or reproaches, the coach appeared in an emotional and calm press conference.
"There's no need to make a drama, the club might need a new boost. I'm leaving grateful. I never thought I would coach Real Madrid for six years."
Thus, with humility, he thanked the club for the opportunity. He also confirmed his immediate future: from May 26, he will be the new coach of Brazil.
The Brazilian Confederation has already communicated it officially. Ancelotti accepted it with naturalness and respect for Madrid's timing.
A Legacy Difficult to Match
Ancelotti has won everything with Real Madrid, his winning percentage exceeds 75%. National and international titles endorse his work.
Beyond the numbers, his relationship with the locker room, the fans, and the management was always solid. Until this season.
This year was tough, irregular. With gray moments and a performance that wasn't up to the badge. Even so, Carlo didn't point fingers, preferring to leave in silence.
Juanma Rodríguez's Jab
But not everyone remained silent. Journalist Juanma Rodríguez, after the press conference in Valdebebas, broke the silence and sent a direct message to the first team players.
"Carlo, you're leaving what will always be your home. This year didn't go badly because you didn't want to or didn't know how, but because they left you alone. The players abandoned you."
A powerful phrase, without beating around the bush. Rodríguez spared Ancelotti from any criticism and pointed directly at the locker room as the true responsible for a disappointing season.
His words reflect a sentiment that many Madridists share. The problem wasn't the coach. It was the attitude, the lack of commitment, the forgetting of the values that have always defined the club.
A See You Later
Carlo is leaving, but the door isn't closed. In his words, in the club's, and in the fans', there's something more than a farewell: a promise of reunion. "Bernabéu and Madrid are your home, we love you, mister."
Ancelotti has left a mark and although he now wears Brazil's colors, he will always be welcome in Madrid. Meanwhile, the locker room is under scrutiny. The question now is: will the players take note?