Ancelotti agrees to join Brazil

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has reached an agreement to coach Brazil at the 2026 World Cup.

Ancelotti is widely expected to leave the La Liga champions after this season.

According to football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, he already has a new job lined up.

Romano wrote on X on Monday: “BREAKING: Carlo Ancelotti and Brazil have reached an agreement in principle for the Italian to become Seleção head coach for the World Cup 2026.

“Deal valid from June, NOT after Club World Cup.

“Real Madrid and Ancelotti would part ways nicely with formal steps needed next. Brazilian Federation expect Carlo Ancelotti to be on the touchline already on the first week of June representing the Seleção.

“It’s always been a key condition for Brazil: sign before the FIFA Club World Cup, not an option to wait until July. Formal steps to follow now.”