Carlo Ancelotti, who led Real Madrid to "La Décima" in 2014 and achieved other important titles, is about to close his chapter at the white club.
The latest results haven't been the desired ones: elimination in the Champions League against Arsenal and defeat in the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona. These failures have cast doubt on his continuity.
The situation seems to have reached a critical point, Florentino Pérez, president of Real Madrid, seeks to give the team a turnaround. Although the Italian coach has a contract until 2026, his future seems to be outside the club. The club is no longer so sure about keeping him, and many observe that the change could be imminent.
The Agreement on Carlo Ancelotti's Future
According to the latest information revealed by journalist Fabrizio Romano, Carlo Ancelotti has reached an agreement with the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) to become the next coach of Brazil. This has become an open secret after weeks of rumors about his future.
The agreement would be official in June 2025, once his season at Real Madrid ends. The CBF showed interest in the Italian coach even for the World Cup 2026 qualifiers against Ecuador and Paraguay.
However, the coach and the CBF have decided that Ancelotti will take the position after the end of the LaLiga season, and not before as some speculated.
How Will His Departure from Real Madrid Be Managed?
Despite Ancelotti having a current contract with Real Madrid until 2026, both parties have already begun negotiating an amicable departure. There won't be an abrupt break, but an agreement that benefits both parties. Real Madrid is not willing to let him go in a conflictive manner, and Ancelotti doesn't seem interested in forcing a traumatic exit either.
It is rumored that the contract with the CBF will initially be for one year, covering the cycle until the World Cup 2026 to be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. This would be the last great challenge for the Italian coach, who has decided to accept the challenge of leading the Brazilian national team, which has always been a symbol of world soccer.
The End of an Era at Bernabéu
With this confirmation, it seems that Carlo Ancelotti's stage at Real Madrid is coming to an end. His legacy is indisputable: many titles and a play style that, despite the criticisms, left a mark on the club. However, the latest results, especially the eliminations from important competitions, have marked the end of his era.
The white club now looks to the future. Significant changes are coming, and one of them will be finding a new leader for the bench. The sports management already has several possible substitutes in mind, although nothing has been officially confirmed yet.