National team representatives land in Spain to hold talks with Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti: Reports

The Brazilian Confederation (CBF) have reportedly landed in Spain to hold talks with Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti. Despite Ancelotti stating his desire to continue at the Santiago Bernabeu, his future remains uncertain.

Now, Ednaldo Rodrigues, the CBF president, wishes to decide Brazil's new boss before late May, as per reports (via Tribal Football). This decision will occur after Dorival Junior's dismissal in March this year.

It is pertinent that Brazil appoint someone with the right expertise, given that the 2026 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching. While this report claims that the CBF have spoken with Ancelotti's agents, the 65-year-old is contracted at Real Madrid till the summer of 2026.

Speaking about his long-term future, Ancelotti said recently (via Sky Sports):

"It could be this year, next year when my contract runs out...There's no problem about it. But when I am done here, I will be grateful to this club. It could be tomorrow, in one year, or in 10 years, but I will be grateful to this club. And that's it. Full stop."

Ancelotti has enjoyed two stints at Real Madrid, the first from 2013 to 2015. He returned to the Spanish capital for his second spell before the start of the 2021/22 campaign.

So far, he's won three UEFA Champions League trophies and two La Liga titles, among other honors with Los Blancos. If he is to leave this summer, Ancelotti could cap his stay with another league title, with his team placed second and four points behind Barcelona.

Former Barcelona coach says Carlo Ancelotti is not to blame for poor Real Madrid season

Former Barcelona manager Ronald Koeman says Carlo Ancelotti isn't the one to blame for Real Madrid's troubles this season. Los Blancos were recently knocked out of the UEFA Champions League, losing 5-1 on aggregate to Arsenal in the quarter-final.

They were also beaten by arch-rivals Barcelona 5-2 in the Supercopa de Espana final on January 12. Despite these results, Koeman told MARCA (via Football Espana):

"In the end, in football the coaches are to blame. We have to admit that Ancelotti is doing a great job. He is the coach who has won the most titles in the world. He’s a good coach. He manages a squad like Real Madrid’s very well with so many stars. For me he is not to blame."

Ancelotti has the chance to win silverware on Saturday, April 26, when Los Blancos will face Barcelona yet again in the Copa del Rey final at Estadio de La Cartuja.

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Rahul has been a European football journalist for Sportskeeda since 2023. A B.B.A. L.L.B. graduate, he captained his university football team and also played for Boca Juniors Football School during his initial years, and also coached his university's girls team. He always aims to translate his tactical awareness, knowledge of the sport and first-hand experience into well-researched articles for his readers.

A follower of the beautiful game since 2014, Rahul is an avid Arsenal and a match-going Bengaluru FC fan. His favorite footballer is Mesut Ozil due to his love for nimble-footed playmakers, while his favorite manager is the legendary Arsene Wenger owing to the Frenchman's attractive style of football.

Rahul, whose favorite FIFA World Cup moment is Lionel Messi lifting the trophy in 2022, has interviewed grassroots expert Tom Byer in the past and gained insight into Japanese football. He also believes Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland can rule the footballing world and take Ronaldo and Messi's place.

When he is not writing, Rahul likes to spend his time playing football, following the Indian Super League and watching other sports. He is also a huge cricket fan and supports Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

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