Real Madrid approach Xabi Alonso

Alonso is considered one of the candidates for Real's hot seat.

Speaking to the media before the match against Athletic Bilbao in round 32 of La Liga in the early morning of April 21, Ancelotti refused to confirm whether he would continue to lead "Los Blancos" until the FIFA Club World Cup taking place in the summer of 2025.

At the same time, The Athletic reported that Real's board of directors began to approach Xabi Alonso and considered the former Liverpool star a potential candidate to replace Ancelotti. Bayer Leverkusen head coach was once Ancelotti's student at both Real Madrid and Bayern Munich.

Last season, Alonso made a big splash by helping Leverkusen win the Bundesliga and German Cup double, and also taking the team to the Europa League final. At 43, Xabi Alonso has a solid tactical foundation, as well as a style and personality that is typical of Real.

In contrast, coach Ancelotti is said to be close to leading Brazil at the 2026 World Cup. Sources revealed that a representative from the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) was present in the stands during the defeat to Arsenal in the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals, opening negotiations with the 65-year-old strategist.

Brazil are currently without a head coach after sacking Dorival Junior last month. Ancelotti, with his vast experience and smooth style, is seen as the ideal candidate to return the Selecao to the top.

Despite helping Real Madrid reap many successes, coach Ancelotti may have to say goodbye to the Bernabeu if Real ends this season without any titles.

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