Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has agreed to take charge of the Brazil national team, according to reports, marking a significant development in international football management.
Ancelotti, who has enjoyed a highly successful career in European club football, is set to become the first foreign coach to manage Brazil in almost six decades. His appointment comes as the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) seeks to rebuild the national team following their disappointing performance at the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
The Italian tactician, widely regarded as one of the most decorated managers in football history, is expected to fulfil his current contract with Real Madrid before assuming his new role. His agreement with Brazil is believed to take effect from mid-2024, after the conclusion of the European club season.
Sources close to the negotiations revealed that Ancelotti’s track record of winning major trophies, including UEFA Champions League titles with multiple clubs, made him the preferred candidate for the job.
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Although the CBF has yet to issue an official statement, Brazilian media reports suggest that an announcement is imminent. Ednaldo Rodrigues, President of the CBF, has previously spoken of his desire to appoint a world-renowned coach capable of leading Brazil to success at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ancelotti, 64, will bring a wealth of experience to the role, having managed top sides such as AC Milan, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, and now Real Madrid. His calm demeanour, tactical flexibility, and ability to manage high-profile players are seen as key attributes that could revitalise Brazil’s hopes on the world stage.
Meanwhile, speculation over Ancelotti’s successor at Real Madrid is already gathering pace, with several names being linked to the prestigious position.
Should the agreement be confirmed, Ancelotti will be tasked with ending Brazil’s 22-year wait for a sixth World Cup title, a challenge that has eluded several of his predecessors in recent tournaments.
