In the relentless passage of time, no glory remains eternal!
For Real Madrid fans, this summer marks not just the end of a season—but the end of an era, a farewell to one of the most iconic chapters in the club’s illustrious history.
According to multiple trusted sources, 65-year-old Carlo Ancelotti has made the decision to leave Real Madrid at the end of the season.
Even more poignant, Ancelotti has already personally informed the entire squad in the dressing room: regardless of how the season finishes, his time at the Santiago Bernabéu is drawing to a close.
Collapse on All Fronts: A Prelude to Farewell
Over recent months, Real Madrid have endured one of their toughest spells in years, suffering a string of painful setbacks across all competitions:
- Spanish Super Cup Final: Humiliated by Barcelona with a crushing 5-2 defeat.
- UEFA Champions League Quarterfinals: Knocked out by Arsenal with an aggregate 1-5 loss.
- La Liga: Currently trailing Barcelona by 4 points, with the title slipping away.
- Copa del Rey Final: Another painful defeat, losing 2-3 to Barcelona.
For Madridistas, the heartbreak runs deeper.
This season, Real Madrid have been beaten by their eternal rivals Barcelona not once, but three times in decisive matches—each time chipping away at the club’s pride and prestige.
Many in the media believe that if not for Ancelotti’s tremendous legacy and service to the club, Florentino Pérez, known for his ruthlessness, would have already acted months ago.
Ancelotti’s Departure: Expected Yet Painful
Today, The Athletic and several top outlets confirmed that Ancelotti’s mind is made up:
He will leave Real Madrid at the end of the season, no matter what happens.
During a private meeting in the locker room, Ancelotti addressed his players and said:
“This will be my final season here. Thank you all for everything.”
His official farewell is expected to come on May 26th, when Real Madrid host Real Sociedad at the Santiago Bernabéu—a night that will surely be filled with tears, tributes, and thunderous applause.
Thus will close the chapter of a manager who, during two spells at the club, delivered:
- 1 La Liga title
- 2 UEFA Champions League titles
- Numerous other domestic and international trophies
A Story of Glory and Regret
Carlo Ancelotti’s journey with Real Madrid has been a beautiful but bittersweet one:
- In 2013, during his first stint, he delivered the long-awaited Décima—Real Madrid’s 10th European Cup—after a decade-long drought.
- In 2021, during his second tenure, he guided Madrid to another La Liga and Champions League double, cementing his place among the club’s greatest managers.
- Yet, the 2024-25 campaign proved that even the brightest dynasties can fade, as a star-studded squad ultimately fell short across all fronts.
As history often reminds us: even the mightiest kings must eventually lay down their crowns.
Next Chapter: Wearing Yellow and Green on the World Stage
Ancelotti’s future has already been mapped out: he will become the head coach of the Brazil national team.
Reports suggest that Brazil’s Football Confederation offered him a record-breaking five-year contract; the highest salary among international football coaches. Also a full autonomy over team selections and tactics.
Carlo Ancelotti will lead the Seleção into the 2026 World Cup, tasked with restoring the five-time champions to global supremacy.
For one of the game’s most beloved managers, it is a challenge worthy of his legendary career—and perhaps its final, most glorious act.
A New Era Dawns: Xabi Alonso Takes the Helm
Meanwhile, Real Madrid’s future is also taking shape.
According to Marca and AS, Xabi Alonso is poised to return home to the Bernabéu as the club’s next manager.
At just 43 years old, Xabi has already made waves in European football by leading Bayer Leverkusen to a historic undefeated Bundesliga title, ending Bayern Munich’s 11-year reign.
Once a midfield general on the pitch, Xabi Alonso is now set to command from the sidelines, continuing his Bernabéu legacy in a different role—with new dreams and new battles ahead.
Legends Fade, but the White Empire Endures
Carlo Ancelotti’s farewell marks the end of a grand chapter in Real Madrid’s saga.
But for this club—synonymous with excellence and resilience—every ending is merely the beginning of a new pursuit.
The lights of the Bernabéu will continue to shine.
The dreams will continue to soar.
The conquest for glory will never cease.
Time marches on, and Real Madrid marches with it—forever chasing, forever reigning.
