Carlo Ancelotti to Leave Real Madrid at End of 2024-2025 Season

Carlo Ancelotti will reportedly leave Real Madrid at the end of the 2024-2025 season, with Xabi Alonso emerging as a top contender to replace him as manager.

Carlo Ancelotti, the 65-year-old manager of Real Madrid, has reportedly made the decision to leave the club at the end of the 2024-2025 season. This news comes amidst recent criticism of Ancelotti's playing style, which some have deemed unimpressive.

Despite the criticism, Ancelotti's tenure at Real Madrid has been marked by numerous successes. During his time at the helm, the team has achieved significant victories, cementing Ancelotti's reputation as a skilled and accomplished manager.

Since returning to Real Madrid in 2021, Carlo Ancelotti has enjoyed significant success, building on his previous achievements with the club. During his first stint, he led the team to a Champions League title in 2014. Since his return, he has added two more Champions League crowns (2022 and 2024) to his tally, as well as two LaLiga titles, a Copa del Rey, and a Club World Cup.

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According to Spanish radio station Onda Cero, Ancelotti has decided not to extend his stay with Real Madrid beyond the 2024-2025 season. This announcement raises questions about his replacement, as his current contract is set to run until June 2026. One name being touted as a potential successor is Xabi Alonso, the current Bayer Leverkusen coach, who has impressed with his work in Germany and has a strong connection to Real Madrid, having played for the club at the Bernabeu.