Neymar believes Carlo Ancelotti will “teach” them a lot if he is appointed as Brazil’s next manager.
The Italian manager has been linked with a transfer to Brazil, but he insists he wants to “respect” his Real Madrid contract, which expires in 2024. But, he is anticipated to go to South America after that, with CBF president Ednaldo Rodrigues sure that a deal has been reached. Neymar has already voiced his opinion on the matter and believes Ancelotti will be the next Brazil manager.
WHAT DID NEYMAR SAY?: “We will have the opportunity to have a foreign coach. Ancelotti has won everything and I am sure he will teach us a lot,” the Brazilian forward told TV Band.
THE BIGGER PICTURE: Real Madrid are already making preparations for Ancelotti’s departure next season as they have reportedly lined up a replacement in Bayer Leverkusen’s Xabi Alonso, who has been impressive in his first season in the Bundesliga. The Spaniard’s contract with the Bundesliga outfit ends in 2024 and it is likely that he would sign for the reigning Copa del Rey champions where he flourished as a player from 2009 to 2014.
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WHAT NEXT? Ancelotti is expected to return to training with Real Madrid in July after the post-season break.
