Carlo Ancelotti has been secretly coaching the Brazil national team since June, surprising fans around the world. While the official announcement came later, Ancelotti had already started shaping Brazil’s future behind the scenes with his winning experience.
A Shocking News for Brazil Fans
Football fans across Brazil were left surprised when reports emerged that Carlo Ancelotti is expected to become their new national team coach starting next June. According to ESPN, unless something unusual happens, Ancelotti will be in the Brazil dugout very soon. (More Sports News)
Verbal Talks Already in Progress
Sources close to the situation say that Ancelotti has already had positive verbal discussions with the Brazilian Football Federation (CBF). Although no official contract has been signed yet, Ancelotti has given the CBF permission to begin planning for his arrival.
Brazil is preparing for Ancelotti to land in Rio de Janeiro on May 26. This date comes just two days after Real Madrid’s final match of the La Liga season against Real Sociedad.
Leaving Real Madrid: A Big Decision Ahead
Even though Ancelotti seems ready to take on a new challenge, he still has important matters to settle at Real Madrid. ESPN reported that Ancelotti will soon meet with Real Madrid president Florentino Perez to discuss his departure.
Ancelotti’s contract with Madrid runs until June 2026, so the two sides must find an agreement to end it early.
Carlo Ancelotti is a legendary figure at Real Madrid. Across two separate stints, he has helped the club win three UEFA Champions League titles and two La Liga championships. However, this season has not gone well for him or the club.
Real Madrid was knocked out of the Champions League by Arsenal in the quarter-finals and lost the Copa del Rey final to fierce rivals Barcelona. In La Liga, they are four points behind Barcelona with only five matches left — making a league title very unlikely.
After losing the Copa del Rey final on Saturday, Ancelotti commented, “Whether I stay at Real or not is not a matter for today; it will be decided in the coming weeks.”
Brazil’s Struggle and Why They Need Ancelotti
Meanwhile, Brazil has been without a permanent coach since March. Their former manager, Dorival Junior, was fired after a painful loss to Argentina during World Cup qualification matches.
At the moment, Brazil is fourth in the South American qualifying table for the 2026 World Cup. The team needs a strong leader to guide them back to winning ways. That’s where Ancelotti comes in.
Brazil will face Ecuador on June 4 and Paraguay on June 9 in important World Cup qualifying matches. If everything goes as planned and Ancelotti leaves Real Madrid in time, he could lead in both games. Otherwise, Brazil may have to appoint an interim coach.
If Ancelotti exits Madrid early, Real Madrid will also have to move quickly. They need someone to coach the team at the Club World Cup this summer — either a new full-time manager or a temporary replacement.
What’s Next for Ancelotti and Brazil?
The next few weeks will be crucial. Negotiations between Ancelotti and Real Madrid must be settled, and Brazil needs clear confirmation before their June matches.
For Brazil, hiring Ancelotti would be a huge boost. His winning experience, calm leadership, and knowledge of big matches could be exactly what needs to shine again on the world stage.
For Real Madrid, however, losing Ancelotti will mean starting a new chapter. They must find someone capable of keeping the club among Europe’s elite teams.
Fans of both Brazil and Real Madrid now wait eagerly for official news. Will Ancelotti say goodbye to Spain and begin a new journey with the five-time world champions?
Only time will tell but the football world is already buzzing with excitement.