Neither Alonso nor Zidane… Two surprising options for Real Madrid in case of Ancelotti’s dismissal in the coming days
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has faced criticism before, but after recent losses to Barcelona and Milan, uncertainty around his future has grown. He now faces increased pressure to secure his position as coach of the Merengues.
Recent reports indicate that club president Florentino Pérez visited the training ground in Valdebebas and had lunch with Ancelotti. The Italian coach expressed his confidence in being able to turn things around.
According to the Spanish newspaper Marca, during their meeting, Pérez communicated to Ancelotti and other senior officials the need for the team to show improvement on the pitch, although he also attempted to reassure the coach and offer his support.
The report also noted that Real Madrid has not yet approached any potential replacements for Ancelotti, and there is a sense that the situation is not as critical as it was under Julen Lopetegui or Rafael Benítez, when the club chose to part ways with them mid-season.
However, if results do not improve, the club might look to make a change internally. In that case, sporting director Santi Solari or Raúl González, coach of the club’s Castilla team, could be considered to step in.
The article concluded that if the team’s struggles continue, with Real Madrid falling further behind Barcelona in La Liga and failing to overcome Liverpool at Anfield in the Champions League, Pérez may be forced to make the tough decision to let Ancelotti go.
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti finds himself under growing pressure after recent defeats to Barcelona and Milan, heightening questions about his future. Club president Florentino Pérez recently visited the training ground at Valdebebas, where he shared a meal with Ancelotti, showing support but stressing the need for improvement. According to *Marca*, Pérez communicated to Ancelotti and senior officials the importance of turning things around on the pitch, though he also reassured the coach.
Despite the pressure, Real Madrid reportedly hasn’t approached any potential replacements. The situation isn’t yet as critical as during the mid-season dismissals of former coaches Julen Lopetegui and Rafael Benítez, indicating some patience remains. However, if results don’t improve, internal candidates like sporting director Santi Solari or Castilla coach Raúl González might be considered for a potential interim role.
If Real Madrid continues to fall behind in La Liga and struggles in the Champions League—particularly with an upcoming test against Liverpool at Anfield—Pérez could face a difficult choice about Ancelotti’s future.
