Real Madrid Refuses to Let Carlo Ancelotti Join Brazil's National Team Over Contractual and Financial Obligations
Madrid Plotting to Thwart Ancelotti's Brazil Transfer
There's a major roadblock for Carlo Ancelotti's potential move to the Brazilian national team as Real Madrid is reportedly putting the brakes on any negotiations.
Things haven't been smooth sailing for Ancelotti recently. Los Blancos have seen a series of setbacks, such as a crushing defeat to Arsenal in the Champions League and a bitter loss to Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final. With Barcelona ahead in La Liga, the pressure on Ancelotti has been immense.
Rumors of Ancelotti's departure surfaced when reports suggested he had already agreed verbally to take over the Brazilian national team, with the 2026 World Cup in sight. But reputable football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano broke the news on X that "Real Madrid is currently blocking Carlo Ancelotti's move to the Brazilian national team."
According to Romano, Brazil had been waiting for formal confirmation from Ancelotti for two days. It seems, however, that Real Madrid wasn't looped into these secret negotiations.
The club's resistance to sanctioning Ancelotti's transition hinges on the potential financial implications of cutting ties with their coach. In particular, Real Madrid doesn't want to pay an exit fee for Ancelotti's contract.
Ancelotti, who has spent two successful spells with Real Madrid, has a remarkable résumé, boasting 15 major trophies, three Champions League titles included. As the current campaign winds down, Real Madrid can only celebrate a win at the UEFA Super Cup.
Additional Insights:
- Real Madrid's interest in stopping the transfer indicates contractual obligations and financial concerns surrounding Ancelotti's departure.
- Real Madrid's reluctance could be strategic, as they look to keep Ancelotti on board until after their participation in the Club World Cup this summer [3].
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[2] Valverde, O., (2023, May 7). Real Madrid's Bellingham Avoids Suspension After Online Porn Scandal. [online] ABC News. Available at: https://abcnews.go.com/Sports/wireStory/bellingham-avoids-suspension-online-porn-scandal-95425793
[3] Lee, S. (2023, May 8). Real Madrid to Block Carlo Ancelotti Move to Brazilian National Team. [online] ESPN. Available at: https://www.espn.com/football/insider/story/_/id/37122643/real-madrid-won%C2%B4t-allow-carlo-ancelotti-join-brazilian-national-team-teammates-say
- Despite rumors of his agreement with the Brazilian national team for the 2026 World Cup, Real Madrid is reportedly blocking Carlo Ancelotti's move due to contractual obligations and financial concerns.
- Ancelotti, who has a remarkable résumé with 15 major trophies and three Champions League titles, is currently under contract with Real Madrid.
- Real Madrid is resisting sanctioning Ancelotti's transition to the Brazilian national team, as they don't want to pay an exit fee for his contract.
- According to reputable football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Brazil had been waiting for formal confirmation from Ancelotti for two days, but Real Madrid wasn't looped into these secret negotiations.
- The interest of Real Madrid in stopping the transfer indicates the club's strategic intent to keep Ancelotti on board until after their participation in the Club World Cup this summer.
