Real Madrid Set for a New Manager as Ancelotti Heads to Brazil

Real Madrid are getting ready to announce Carlo Ancelotti’s departure. They plan a special farewell at Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. The famous Italian manager will join Brazil’s national team after leaving Los Blancos for the second time.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Real Madrid have completed plans for Ancelotti to leave. They will announce it before the LaLiga season ends. The club is planning a big farewell at the Bernabéu to honor Ancelotti’s great work. After he leaves, the club will name former player Xabi Alonso as the new manager. This marks a big change in leadership.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Ancelotti is leaving even though he’s the most successful manager in the club’s history. He won 15 trophies, including three UEFA Champions League titles. His departure has been expected for weeks. Reports said he would leave after Madrid’s final LaLiga game against Real Sociedad on May 25. Real Madrid are still in the race for the LaLiga title. Next Sunday’s El Clásico against Barcelona gives Ancelotti a chance for one last trophy.

The 65-year-old’s next job is with the Brazilian national team. He will be the first foreign coach of the Seleção in decades. Ancelotti’s goal is to lead Brazil through rebuilding and prepare for the 2026 World Cup in the United States.

ALONSO’S ARRIVAL

Xabi Alonso, 43, will replace Ancelotti. He announced last week that he is leaving Bayer Leverkusen. The former Real Madrid midfielder is one of the best coaches after turning Leverkusen from a team facing relegation into unbeaten Bundesliga champions. He led them to a domestic double in 2024, catching the eyes of top clubs in Europe.

Ancelotti praised Alonso, saying he “has all doors open to him” and has “shown himself to be one of the best coaches in the world.” This shows Real Madrid want a smooth transition from one tactical genius to another.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR REAL MADRID?

Before the change in managers, Real Madrid have crucial games that could affect their season. Sunday’s El Clásico against Barcelona is a big moment in the LaLiga title fight. Madrid still have a chance to be champions. The club finishes the domestic season against Real Sociedad on May 25, which should be Ancelotti’s last game in charge.

After Ancelotti leaves, focus will shift to Alonso’s plans for the team. The new manager takes over a squad of experienced stars and young talents. This offers both challenges and opportunities as he aims to continue Real Madrid’s success while introducing his own strategies.