Carlo Ancelotti is ready to count on Neymar, Antony and Casemiro when leaving Real Madrid to take charge of the Brazil national team.
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- Italian coach severing ties with Blancos
- Stepping into international management
- Has contacted key figures in his plans
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WHAT HAPPENED?
It has been announced that the Italian tactician will be leaving his Champions League-winning role at Santiago Bernabeu when the 2024-25 campaign comes to a close – with the Blancos having three more La Liga fixtures to take in.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Ancelotti is expected to be officially presented as Brazil’s new boss on May 26. At that point, he will make his first Selecao selection for 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Ecuador and Paraguay in June.
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DID YOU KNOW?
The 65-year-old is already piecing together plans for his next job. According to , Ancelotti has been in contact with prominent members of the Brazil squad while discussing the merits of others.
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Neymar – who is Brazil’s all-time leading goalscorer – has taken in an informal video call with Ancelotti, during which his recent injury issues were discussed. The 33-year-old, who is back at Santos, remains a key figure for his country.
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