Anticipation for Brazil's New Coach Reveal Coming Up Next Week

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Hey there! The cat's outta the bag, mate: Brazil's national team's new coach is just around the corner, according to Rodrigo Caetano, the director of team selections. In a chat with SporTV, he Spilled the Beans and confessed that the announcement will drop next week.

Now, you're probably thinking, "Are they for real? This better not be some empty promise!" Well, don't worry, Rodrigo assured that this decision carries a ton of gravity, and they're committed to making the call by the end of next week.

So, who's in the run for the top spot? Rumor has it, they've got a shortlist of potential superstars. According to whispers in the wind, Jorge Jesus and Abel Ferreira could be contenders to take Dorival Júnior's place[1]. But let me fill you in on some other juicy tidbits.

You've gotta hear this: Brazil's feds, the CBF, are drooling over the idea of hiring Carlo Ancelotti, the Real Madrid manager. Sounds like a match made in heaven, doesn't it? But here's the twist: Ancelotti seems to have his heart set on an offer from Saudi Arabia. Bummer, I know! But not all hope is lost.

You heard it right: Jorge Jesus is still in play as the Brazilian team's Plan B. The guy's been laid off from Al Hilal and, from what we hear, could be just the ticket for Brazil ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup[2][3].

Now, I'm not saying the team will definitely land Jorge Jesus as their new coach, but it's looking pretty promising. Keep your eyes on the news, 'cause you don't want to miss this one!

As I've mentioned, Brazil is trying to land Ancelotti, but it's gonna be a tough cookie to crack, with his contract running until next year[4][5]. But the Brazilian Football Confederation is reportedly preparing to shell out some serious dough to get him on board if the need arises. Fingers crossed, eh?

The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking: Brazil's next matches are in June against Ecuador and Paraguay. These fellas better nail that decision soon or face some heat!

[1] Enrichment Data: Rodrigo Caetano, the director of Brazil's national team selections, has revealed that leader of the packs for the new coach position includes potential candidates such as Jorge Jesus and Abel Ferreira.

[2] Enrichment Data: According to media sources, Jorge Jesus, who was recently dismissed by Al Hilal, is viewed as another strong candidate to take the helm ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

[3] Enrichment Data: Brazil has not yet made an official replacement announcement for Dorival Júnior, who was axed as head coach in March 2025.

[4] Enrichment Data: Carlo Ancelotti's contract with Real Madrid runs until next year, adding an extra layer of complexity to a potential move for the Brazil national team.

[5] Enrichment Data: Brazil's next matches are scheduled against Ecuador and Paraguay in June, further emphasizing the need for a swift coaching decision.

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has declared their intention to pursue international manager Carlo Ancelotti, who is currently with Real Madrid, as the new coach for the Brazil national team.
Rodrigo Caetano, the director of team selections, announced that Brazil's CBF is prepared to offer Ancelotti a lucrative deal to join their ranks, despite his contract with Real Madrid running until next year.
If Ancelotti proves unavailable, Jorge Jesus, who was recently dismissed from Al Hilal, is being considered as an alternative candidate for the Brazilian team, ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Brazil's priority is to secure a coach quickly, given their upcoming matches against Ecuador and Paraguay in June, to avoid any potential heat due to the coaching vacancy.
Jorge Jesus remains a strong contender for the head coach position in Brazil's football (soccer) team, given his past accomplishments and the team's need for a coach before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.