Real Madrid make their move! Los Blancos plan to start Carlo Ancelotti contract talks in 2024 to convince boss to turn down Brazil job

Madrid are interested in holding onto Ancelotti, whose deal expires at the end of the season. According to Relevo, Los Blancos plan on beginning contract talks in the New Year, and are encouraged by the team's performances so far this season. They are prepared to put a two-year contract on the table for the 64-year-old.

Brazil and Madrid are at an impasse over the future of Ancelotti. Brazil have claimed that the manager has agreed to take over the Selecao job ahead of the 2024 Copa America, but the Italian has refused to comment on the issue.

Ancelotti, for his part, has refused to give Brazil rumours any credit. He elaborated on his perspective in a press conference on Saturday:
“I don’t think anything about [Brazil links]. I’m proud that one of the best international teams in the world like Brazil is linked to me, that gives me a lot of pride.

"But I have a contract until 30 June... I repeat, my future will soon be known. I am here for at least six more months. Am I waiting until the last day of my contract for a renewal offer from Real Madrid? Yes.”

The Madrid boss will oversee Los Blancos as they take on Napoli in the Champions League on Wednesday. Beyond that, his future remains to be seen.