After Xabi Alonso, Fabrizio Romano announces Carlo Ancelotti's farewell date

The end of Carlo Ancelotti's era at Real Madrid already has an announcement date. The Italian coach will officially announce his departure after the Clásico on matchday 35 against FC Barcelona. This was reported by journalist Fabrizio Romano, who confirms that there are no longer any doubts: the Italian's cycle on the white bench is coming to an end.

Although the announcement will be made after that key match, the definitive farewell will be on May 25, on matchday 38 of the championship, when Real Madrid faces Real Sociedad at Santiago Bernabéu. On that day, the club and the coach will close a historic chapter full of titles and unforgettable moments.

Brazil awaits his arrival after the season ends

Ancelotti has kept a verbal agreement with the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) for months. His appointment as coach is planned for the 2026 World Cup project. However, both the CBF and Real Madrid decided to postpone any moves until the end of the season.

Now, with the dates already set, Brazil awaits the Italian's signature after the end of LaLiga. In the South American federation, they consider him the ideal coach to lead a new generation of stars. His experience and prestige in the most demanding locker rooms work in his favor.

The transition is perfectly marked. Ancelotti will bid farewell to Madridism at home, with Bernabéu as a witness. Then, he will embark on a new challenge leading the five-time world champion.

Xabi Alonso, ready to take over

Meanwhile, Real Madrid has already defined his successor. Xabi Alonso is the favorite to sit on the white bench starting this summer. His two great seasons with Bayer Leverkusen, where he has been Bundesliga champion without losing a single match, have convinced the management.

The connection of the man from Tolosa with the club and his modern vision of soccer have been key. A legendary chapter closes... and a new exciting era begins on Real Madrid's bench.