Carlo Ancelotti's future decided: Real Madrid boss has already informed Jude Bellingham & Co of summer departure as Brazil move nears

According to The Athletic, Ancelotti has already informed members of the Madrid dressing room of his intention to depart the club. The report adds the Italian is expected to finish this season before taking up his new position with Brazil in June.

Ancelotti has had a very successful second spell at Madrid, winning multiple Champions League and La Liga titles. But this season Los Blancos may not win any silverware and amid ongoing links with Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso, it seems the time is nearing for the ex-AC Milan manager to move into international management.

Ancelotti's contract runs until 2026 but the report states he will leave in just over a month's time, meaning he won't be in charge for Madrid's tilt at trying to win the Club World Cup from mid-June.

Ancelotti, who watched his side lose the Copa del Rey final to Barcelona on Saturday, will hope his side can return to winning ways next weekend at home to Celta Vigo in La Liga.