Real Madrid’s legendary manager Carlo Ancelotti, 65, revealed on April 19, 2025, that he will discuss his future with the club at the end of the 2024-25 La Liga season, per Reuters.
The Italian, contracted until June 2026, faces mounting pressure after a mixed season, with Real Madrid trailing Barcelona in the title race despite a 4-1 El Clasico win in October 2024. Ancelotti, who has won two La Liga titles and two Champions League trophies with Madrid, cited the team’s inconsistent form, exacerbated by injuries to stars like Vinicius Jr., as a factor in his decision to delay talks.
The announcement follows speculation about Ancelotti’s tenure, with fans and pundits debating whether the “Galacticos” need fresh leadership. Club president Florentino Perez is reportedly considering options, including Bayer Leverkusen’s Xabi Alonso, though Ancelotti’s 13 trophies since 2013 make him a club icon.
Nigeria’s 2 million football fans, who follow La Liga passionately, are split—some back Ancelotti’s experience, others crave a new era. With the season ending in May, the football world awaits a pivotal decision that could reshape one of Europe’s biggest clubs.