Carlo AncelottiFuture as head of Real Madrid is reportedly in danger after their Champions League quarter final elimination against Arsenal. According to SportsThe Ancelotti is “Expected to leave the team after the Copa del Rey final on April 26.” At the same time, Brazil has reportedly sent a sender to Spain to try to convince the Italian strategist to take over its national team.
Real MadridPrimary goals this season were the Champions League, but that dream was crushed after failing to overcome a 0-3 first bone deficit against Arsenal in England. The Madrid side was far from its best and again lost to Mikel Artetas team at Santiago Bernabéu (2-1).
This has had a deep impact on an institution that had invested heavily to return to the top of the European football world. As a result Ancelotti could be on his way, even though he recently referred to his contract, which expires in mid -2026.
Barcelona leads Madrid with 4 points in the Spanish leagueWith seven matches left, including a match in Katalonia. But even more important, they will compete for the Copa del Rey final on April 26 at Olympic Stadium in Seville. That game can symbolize the last farewell for the coach who has already won 15 titles with Real Madrid (9 of them international).
Brazil intensifies the pursuit of Ancelotti
In the meantime Brazilian Football Association (CBF) has doubled its efforts to ensure that Ancelotti takes over as coach for Canarinha Before the next FIFA International Break in June.
According to Spanish outlet HighlightThe The latest strategy includes participation of Diego Fernandes, a Brazilian businessman with close bands in the football worldwhich was seen in a VIP box at Santiago Bernabéu during Real Madrid against the Arsenal match. This movement emphasizes Brasil’s determination to conclude an agreement with the Italian coach after several unsuccessful attempts.
According to reports, talks between CBF and Ancelotti’s representatives are carried out discreetly. The main goal is that the coach should be available to lead the World Cup qualifier that Brazil will play in June against Ecuador and Paraguay. These matches are crucial to the team, which is currently fourth in their group and have not guaranteed qualification. The last 4-1 defeat against Argentina has put further pressure on CBF, which is looking for a significant change to revive the team.
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Important intermediary involved
Although it is not part of CBF, businessman Diego Fernandes has been identified as a key figure in this process because of his relations with Brazilian officials and players. Fernandes has already participated in other matches at Bernabéu and reinforces the hypothesis that he acts as an intermediary in negotiations with Ancelotti’s camp. CBF believes that his participation can be crucial to convince the Italian coach to accept the challenge of leading the Brazilian national team.
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Ancelotti was publicly denied in March after having direct contact with CBF. However, conversations have been handled by the coach’s representatives, which indicates that the negotiations are developed indirectly. According to the media, The Brazilian senders are convinced that the negotiations could conduct the negotiationsSelects a turning point in CBF’s attempt to sign the coach.
Potential replacement for Ancelotti on Real Madrid
At the same time, Real Madrid is in the last stretch of the season, facing an uncertain view of the future of their bench. Although Ancelotti has a contract with the club until 2024, The name of Xabi Alonso has begun to gain strength As a possible successor if the Italian coach decides to accept the offer from the Brazilian national team or if the club chooses a directional change.
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He is not the only candidate if Ancelotti’s departure is materialized, As another heavyweight as German Jürgen Klopp, current Global Soccer Director of Red BullAlso available on the list, according to the Brazilian media outlet Uol Esporte. According to the publication, Klopp is reportedly experiencing a moment of dissatisfaction in his current position in the Austrian multinational, where he officially took over his information on January 1, 2025.
His job consists of monitoring the company’s international network of football clubs, supporting strategic planning, but without getting involved in the day’s daily activities. Sources near the coach, however, have stated that Klopp would only consider leaving his role on Red Bull for two specific destinations: the Brazilian national team and Real Madrid.
