Turbulence at Real Madrid: The Coaching Future of Carlo Ancelotti and Potential Successors
Real Madrid may be on the brink of a significant coaching change as the Spanish media extensively discusses potential successors to Carlo Ancelotti. This article delves into the current standing of Ancelotti and the leading candidates to replace him.
Carlo Ancelotti’s Current Status
Carlo Ancelotti is reportedly committed to remaining at Real Madrid, stating he will stay for as long as he is not dismissed. Contrary to rumors suggesting his resignation or departure, the likelihood of him not completing the 2024/25 season is considered minimal. Ancelotti is under contract for the next season and has communicated to the Brazilian national team that he intends to continue with Los Blancos. However, a coaching shake-up could occur between the end of the league season and the World Club Cup, following claims from several high-profile players who have approached club president Florentino Perez, asserting that Ancelotti has “lost the dressing room.”
In the event that Ancelotti and his staff do not continue, it is likely that Raúl González, a club legend and currently the coach of Real Madrid Castilla, would serve as an interim manager. Real Madrid’s final league match is scheduled for May 25, while their first game in the World Club Cup will take place on June 18 against Al-Hilal from Saudi Arabia.
Leading Candidates for Replacement
Xabi Alonso
Currently, the frontrunner to succeed Ancelotti is Xabi Alonso, who holds a contract with Bayer Leverkusen until 2026 and does not have a release clause. The sporting director of Leverkusen has indicated that he and Alonso are already planning for the next season. Alonso has reportedly turned down interest from Liverpool and Bayern Munich to continue his tenure with Leverkusen. Although he has focused on the current season, reports suggest a verbal agreement exists that would allow Leverkusen to facilitate his departure should Real Madrid submit an offer, provided a compensation fee of approximately €10 million is settled.
Jürgen Klopp
Another name mentistartd is Jürgen Klopp; however, Sky Sports Germany reports that he is content in his role as “head of football” at Red Bull and does not plan to return to coaching next season. After leaving Liverpool, Klopp hinted that he might not coach another team in his career.
Zinedine Zidane
Surprisingly absent from the conversation is Zinedine Zidane, who previously led Real Madrid to three Champions League titles. Zidane has not managed a team since his second tenure at the club, and at this juncture, his name does not appear to be in consideration for the position.
In conclusion, as speculation mounts over Ancelotti’s future and potential successors, the situation remains fluid. Real Madrid fans and management alike will be closely monitoring developments in the coming weeks leading into an important summer for the club