Carlo Ancelotti’s managerial future at Real Madrid appears to be hanging by a thread following a dismal exit from the Champions League at the hands of Arsenal. The Spanish giants suffered a humiliating 5-1 aggregate defeat to the London club, and it’s understood that Ancelotti may soon make way for a new appointment, possibly as the manager of Brazil.
The Italian’s second stint at the helm of Los Blancos looks set to conclude following the Copa del Rey final against fierce rivals Barcelona on April 26 in Seville. Despite a successful run with the club that has seen Ancelotti collect 11 trophies, including two La Liga titles and a pair of Champions League wins since his return in 2021, the recent European setback has placed his position under intense scrutiny.
With Real Madrid sitting four points adrift of Barcelona in the race for the domestic title, Ancelotti finds himself potentially leaving the club at a pivotal moment, with five crucial La Liga fixtures still on the horizon, including another El Clasico showdown.
In light of recent developments, whispers in the corridors of the Santiago Bernabéu suggest an emissary from the Brazilian Football Confederation has been in discussions with Ancelotti, eyeing him as a potential successor to Dorival Junior. The latter was dismissed following a calamitous defeat to Argentina, which left Brazil trailing by 10 points in South America’s World Cup qualifying standings.
Ancelotti is no stranger to overtures from Brazil, having been linked with the managerial post since 2023. Reports indicate he was once again approached by the CBF, as they search for stability after a turbulent period. Despite Brazil’s recent struggles, they remain poised to secure a berth in the upcoming World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
As Ancelotti himself admitted, his tenure at Real Madrid could come to an end at any moment, expressing gratitude for his time at the storied club whilst acknowledging that his future is in the hands of the hierarchy. As speculation mounts, it remains to be seen whether the veteran manager will swap the white of Madrid for the famed yellow of Brazil.
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