Carlo Ancelotti's Tenure at Real Madrid Seems to Be Coming to an End. Despite still being alive in two competitions, the level shown has caused many doubts. Neither the play nor the results have been up to the desired level.
Ancelotti hasn't managed to establish a firm idea on the field. Irregularity has been constant throughout the season. Barring a surprise, his future is far from Santiago Bernabéu.
Xabi Alonso, Main Candidate for Real Madrid's Bench
With the Italian coach's departure almost assured, his replacement is already being considered. The favorite to take the position is Xabi Alonso, current coach of Bayer Leverkusen. His growth has been meteoric since he began his career on the benches.
The Basque is considered Ancelotti's natural heir due to his knowledge of the environment. Everything points to his arrival being made official after the Club World Cup. The announcement is only a matter of time.
Davide Ancelotti Won't Continue at Real Madrid
However, the new coach won't have part of the current technical staff. Ancelotti's departure will bring more changes than expected in the technical area. Another one who will leave is Davide Ancelotti.
Davide has worked as his father's assistant throughout his career. But the time has come to take his own path and move away from the white project. He has offers on the table from several important destinations.
Davide Ancelotti Wants to Lead His Own Locker Room
The Italian believes that the time has come to grow away from Carlo's shadow. After years as an assistant coach, he seeks his first solo challenge. Davide Ancelotti's departure will leave a significant gap in the Madrid technical staff.
His experience and tactical knowledge make him an attractive option for many. There are already advanced contacts with entities that see him ready to make the leap. The decision is made and will be made official in the summer.
Xabi Alonso Will Arrive with His Own Team
Xabi Alonso won't take on the challenge alone, but he won't inherit the current structure either. The man from Tolosa will arrive accompanied by his trusted men. He will form a new group adapted to his ideas and his way of understanding soccer.
This will mean an almost total renewal of Santiago Bernabéu's bench. The goal is to build a long-term project from scratch. Ancelotti's era will be remembered, but the time for change has come.
The Fans Await the New Cycle with Excitement
Xabi Alonso's figure generates consensus among the fans and the board. His modern and effective style has sparked great expectations in Madrid. A change of course is expected, both in results and identity.
The challenge will be great, but there is confidence in his ability. With him begins a different era that seeks to return Real Madrid to the European forefront. Bernabéu is preparing for a silent but firm revolution.