Ancelotti presides over the Club World Cup hearing
Carlo Ancelotti Leaves Real Madrid for Brazil's National Team
It appears that coach Carlo Ancelotti is leaving Real Madrid early to take on a temporary role with the Brazilian national team until the 2026 World Cup. According to reports from "The Athletic," Ancelotti has informed the players of his plans to depart, and he's expected to lead the Seleção in upcoming international matches beginning in June.
- *Swap in the Dugout: Dorival Junior holds down the fort
- Potential Big Player for Real Madrid
Sources familiar with the situation suggest that Ancelotti may not be able to coach Real Madrid during the Club World Cup in the USA, which runs from June 14 to July 13. If this is true, British broadcaster Sky and transfer expert Fabrizio Romano report that former Real Madrid player Xabi Alonso is among the frontrunners to take over from the 65-year-old Italian.
Despite talks about Ancelotti possibly replacing Dorival Junior as coach for Brazil, recent negotiations haven't resulted in an agreement. In a surprising turn of events, Dorival Junior has unexpectedly resumed his role as coach of the Brazilian men's national team, as of May 7, 2025. Ancelotti's long-term plans with Real Madrid, particularly for the Club World Cup, remain uncertain, as it's unclear whether he will stay at the club beyond the LaLiga season's end.
- *Implications: A shifting landscape
With Dorival Junior back in the coach's position, there seems to be no immediate need for a caretaker. Meanwhile, Ancelotti's future with Real Madrid, including the Club World Cup, hangs in the balance. It appears, however, that he won't be with Brazil for their upcoming matches, as the Seleção aims to make a strong showing heading into the 2026 World Cup.
- Ancelotti's departure from Real Madrid has opened up the possibility of Xabi Alonso taking over as the coach, according to reports.
- If Ancelotti cannot coach Real Madrid during the Club World Cup, Alonso is among the contenders to fill the position temporarily.
- Despite speculations about Ancelotti replacing Dorival Junior as Brazil's coach, negotiations between the parties have not resulted in an agreement.
- Dorival Junior is once again coaching the Brazilian men's national team, as of May 7, 2025, leaving Ancelotti's future with Real Madrid uncertain, especially in regard to the Club World Cup.
- Ancelotti is expected to lead the Brazilian national team in upcoming international matches beginning in June, but it seems he will not be with them for the 2026 World Cup preparations as he is still associated with Real Madrid.
