Real Madrid have already chosen Carlo Ancelotti’s successor

Real Madrid is experiencing a rather calm transfer window. After completing the Endrick file a few weeks ago, the residents of the Santiago-Bernabéu stadium should not a priori welcome reinforcements this winter 2023. For this summer, it’s another story. Last week, the Iberian press explained that the champions of Spain and Europe 2022 wanted to welcome a striker, a midfielder as well as two full-backs, one on the right and the other on the left. It is in any case the will of Carlo Ancelotti, who believes that it is necessary to make alterations to his workforce.

But it is possible that the Mister will no longer be there in a few months. Less efficient, his Real Madrid was criticized and he too at the same time. Some media have even indicated that he could be threatened if the bad results are linked in the Spanish capital. Meanwhile, the former Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain manager has been linked with Brazil, who have been looking for a new coach since Tite’s departure. Asked about this, Ancelotti (63) said he felt good in Madrid where his contract ends in 2024.

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A year that will be pivotal for Real Madrid, which will welcome Endrick and who could start for Haaland or Mbappé, more accessible. But nothing says that Carlo Ancelotti will be the man who will lead this new project. According to Defense Central, the Merengues have another name in mind. And contrary to what one might think, it’s not about Zinedine Zidane. Indeed, the Iberian publication explains that it is the technician who is popular with Madrid thinkers is Xabi Alonso (41 years old). Former player of Casa Blanca, the latter has officiated at Bayer Leverkusen for a few months.

Real Madrid are following his progress closely. His work in Germany is praised and Madrid scouts believe he has everything to lead the first team one day. DC adds that he is at the top of the list of potential candidates for the bench at the club coached by Florentino Pérez. Under contract until 2024, Xabi Alonso would therefore not arrive for a year or even two years (2025). The Iberian publication specifies, however, that candidates such as Zinedine Zidane and Raul, who does a good job with young people, are obviously not ruled out. Real Madrid are already preparing tomorrow…