Following Dorival juniors deviation from Brazil National team, speculation has risen about who will take over to prepare the squad for what is expected to be NeymarS final World Cup. With several months before the next match, Brazil is reportedly reducing its search to two candidates before 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
After the 4-1 loss to Argentina during the international march, CBF made the decision to share roads with Dorival Junior. Despite Neymar By not being available due to injuries, the coach could not maximize the potential of the other star players, which ultimately led to his dismissal.
As reported by AthleticThe Brazil’s best choice for the role is Carlo Ancelotti and Jorge Jesus. While other names like Filipe Luis and Abel Ferreira have emerged, CBF’s priority is to appoint an experienced coach, and both Ancelotti and Jesus fit the bill.
Deadline for appointing a replacement is before 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. The main reason for this urgent is that Brazil will face crucial Conmebol World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Paraguay just days before the tournament. CBF wants a coach in place to guide the team through these important fixtures to ensure World Cup qualification.
Jorge Jesus, one step ahead of Ancelotti
Ancelotti has long been a favorite of CBF, even before Tites departure 2022. He remains the primary choice, with Jorge Jesus seen as a strong candidate, but something behind the Italian in priority, according to Athletic.
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But in recent weeks, Ancelotti dealt with rumors of taking Brazil job and clarified if he had been contacted: “No, simply no. The contract is complete, and I have nothing to add to this. I have great affection for the Brazil national team, its players and fans, but I have a contract with Real Madrid“He said at a press conference. His contract with Real Madrid runs until June 2026.
Another important consideration is that Both Real Madrid and Al Hilal are qualified for the renewed club World Cup to be held in the United States. Leaving their respective teams would be a risky trait for Ancelotti, in view of his ongoing contract-while Jorge Jesus, who is in the short term with Al Hilalmay be more open to a transition.
As Athletic , Sources near Jorge Jesus have suggested that the Portuguese boss is open to take Brazil job now. His current contract with Al Hilal expires at the end of the Club World Cup, making him a more likely candidate than Ancelotti to become Brazil’s next head coach, unless something unexpected arises.
