Carlo Ancelotti Reportedly Open to Saudi Arabia National Team Role After Real Madrid Exit

Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti is once again making headlines as fresh rumors suggest he may be heading to Saudi Arabia next season. The veteran Italian manager, who is reportedly on the verge of being sacked following Real Madrid’s Champions League exit, is now being linked to a potential role with the Saudi Arabian national team.

While recent speculation had suggested that Ancelotti could take over Brazil's national team, journalist Duncan Castles has reported that the 64-year-old tactician is also being courted by the Saudi Arabian Football Federation. Saudi Arabia, which is set to host the FIFA World Cup in 2034, is said to be keen on hiring a coach with a proven track record to elevate their squad’s competitive level.

Read More: https://www.esnnews.com/post/dean-huijsen-interest-real-madrid-2025 Ancelotti’s wealth of experience and success in club football—having led top European teams like AC Milan, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid—makes him a prime candidate for the job.

The Saudi federation reportedly believes that Ancelotti could play a pivotal role in their long-term football project, particularly in preparing the national team for their historic World Cup appearance as hosts. Sources close to the coach suggest that Ancelotti is open to the idea of coaching a national team, especially after his extensive accomplishments at the club level.

He is said to be interested in taking on a fresh challenge, and discussions with Saudi football authorities could happen in the coming weeks. Ancelotti is expected to end his tenure with Real Madrid by the end of this month.

His final match in charge could be the much-anticipated Copa Del Rey 2024/2025 final against arch-rivals Barcelona—a fitting farewell for a manager who has achieved considerable success with Los Blancos.  

Read More: https://www.esnnews.com/post/rayan-cherki-linked-with-manchester-united-transfer Should he accept the Saudi offer, it would mark a significant move for both parties.

For Ancelotti, it’s a chance to cement his legacy in international football, and for Saudi Arabia, it’s a major step toward their 2034 World Cup ambitions.