Amid controversy Ancelotti signs contract extension until June 2026

Real Madrid has officially extended the contract of manager Carlo Ancelotti, ensuring the decorated Italian will continue leading the Spanish giants until June 2026. This move puts an end to speculations surrounding Ancelotti’s potential departure from Madrid after this season, particularly amid interest from the Brazil national team to appoint him as their next manager.

The 63-year-old Ancelotti has achieved remarkable success during his two coaching stints with Real Madrid, clinching the UEFA Champions League title an impressive four times, along with numerous domestic and European honors. Since his return to Los Blancos in 2021, Ancelotti has added more Champions League titles, FIFA Club World Cups, a La Liga championship, and a Spanish Super Cup to his illustrious trophy cabinet.

The contract extension serves as recognition for Ancelotti’s role in revitalizing Real Madrid over the past two seasons. The club’s statement highlighted Ancelotti’s unique achievements, noting that he is the only coach to win four European Cups and holds the record for the most victories in the history of the competition. Additionally, he is the first coach to win the top five major European leagues.

Having managed in Europe’s top leagues for over two decades, Ancelotti boasts a successful coaching career in Italy, England, France, Germany, and Spain. Before returning to Real Madrid, he had managerial spells at Napoli and Everton. His previous roles include coaching AC Milan, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich.

With his future secured for the next three and a half years, Ancelotti aims to further solidify his legacy at Real Madrid by adding more trophies to his remarkable coaching career. His proven coaching expertise and ability to maximize the potential of his talented squads make this objective a realistic possibility.