Carlo Ancelotti acknowledged the possibility of Real Madrid replacing him as coach following their Champions League quarter-final elimination by Arsenal. The Italian's team suffered a 2-1 loss at home, with Arsenal advancing 5-1 on aggregate to the semi-finals. This defeat marked Real Madrid's 12th loss of the season, a stark contrast to their two losses in the previous campaign. Ancelotti expressed readiness for a potential coaching change, stating that if the club decides to replace him this year or when his contract concludes, he will accept it without issue.
Despite the disappointment in Europe, Ancelotti remained focused on Madrid's ongoing campaigns in La Liga, the Copa del Rey, and the upcoming Club World Cup. The coach praised his team's effort and attitude in the match against Arsenal but acknowledged their struggle to break down the opponent's solid defense. Speculation has linked Bayer Leverkusen's Xabi Alonso and former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp as potential replacements for Ancelotti at Real Madrid, as the club evaluates its coaching options for the future.