Carlo Ancelotti to Leave Real Madrid

Carlo Ancelotti, current manager of Real Madrid, is set to depart the club after this season. The 64-year-old has agreed to take over as the manager of the Brazil national team next year. As a result, Los Blancos are in search of a new manager to fill the void left by their two-time Champions League winner.

Roberto De Zerbi Emerges as a Potential Replacement

According to reports, Real Madrid has approached Roberto De Zerbi, the current manager of Brighton and Hove Albion, as a potential replacement for Ancelotti. The 44-year-old Italian has been a great success since taking charge at Brighton last season. He led the team to their first-ever Europa League qualification and has impressed with his work with young talents.

De Zerbi's Success and Fit for Real Madrid

De Zerbi took over at Brighton from Graham Potter and built on his predecessor's work to achieve notable success. His ability to develop and nurture young players has caught the attention of Real Madrid, who have a talented crop of stars including Jude Bellingham, Vinicius Jr, Rodrygo, and Arda Guler. The Italian manager's style and approach could make him the right fit for the job.

Brighton's Stance and De Zerbi's Contract

Brighton is likely to be a tough negotiator if Real Madrid wants to secure De Zerbi's services. The club demanded a record fee from Chelsea when letting Potter leave, indicating they value their managers highly. Furthermore, De Zerbi's contract with Brighton runs until 2026, and the club is already keen on offering him improved terms.

Other Potential Replacements

Xabi Alonso, a former Liverpool star and current manager of Bayer Leverkusen, has also been linked to the Real Madrid job. The Spaniard has been impressing in the Bundesliga and could be a strong contender to succeed Ancelotti.