Why Jurgen Klopp Is Not Replacing Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid
Jurgen Klopp has ruled out taking over at Real Madrid, despite speculation linking him to the role amid Carlo Ancelotti uncertain future. Currently serving as Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull, Klopp doesn’t plan a managerial return before summer 2026.
Jurgen Klopp has ruled out taking over at Real Madrid, despite speculation linking him to the role amid Carlo Ancelotti uncertain future. Currently serving as Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull, Klopp doesn’t plan a managerial return before summer 2026. Real Madrid top choice remains Xabi Alonso, though no final decision will be made until season’s end.
As the Uncertainty Around Carlo Ancelotti Grows, Real Madrid Look Elsewhere for Managerial Options. Real Madrid’s disappointing performance under Carlo Ancelotti has sparked intense speculation about his future. With the club failing to defend their Champions League title and currently trailing arch-rivals Barcelona in La Liga, Ancelotti’s position at the Santiago Bernabéu is increasingly under scrutiny.
Though no official decision has been made, his departure before his contract ends in 2026 is now a strong possibility. Among the names linked to the job, former Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp stood out. However, reports confirm that Klopp has ruled himself out of contention. After stepping away from management in 2024, he currently serves as Head of Global Soccer at Red Bull and has stated he won’t return to the dugout until summer 2026 at the earliest, if at all.
This development shifts attention back to Bayer Leverkusen’s Xabi Alonso, a former Real Madrid midfielder, who remains the club’s top target to potentially take over. While Klopp's refusal may seem like a setback, Real Madrid never considered him the frontrunner. As the club navigates this critical transition period, all eyes will be on how they close the season and who they trust to lead them into the future.
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