With Carlo Ancelotti surely under increasing pressure at Real Madrid after a nightmare week which confirmed failure in both the Champions League and La Liga, here’s a look at six contenders who could be in line to replace the Italian tactician at the Bernabeu next season…
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1) Jose Mourinho (Chelsea)
Linked today with a surprise return to Real Madrid, Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho is seemingly being considered despite enduring a frosty relationship with the club’s fans and several of the players in his final season in charge at the Bernabeu in his first spell. Also, the Portuguese coach is surely happy at Chelsea where he is adored by the Stamford Bridge fans.
2) Arsene Wenger (Arsenal)
A rumour that has come up in the past, could Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger still be in Real’s mind this summer? The Frenchman is not necessarily in a secure position at the Emirates Stadium and may welcome one final chance to manage a truly elite club with far less in the way of financial restrictions.
3) Jurgen Klopp (Borussia Dortmund)
Set to leave Borussia Dortmund in the summer, Jurgen Klopp is surely one to be considered by Real Madrid after his tremendous work on a shoestring budget, winning two Bundesliga titles and reaching the Champions League final.
4) Diego Simeone (Atletico Madrid)
Although he has said himself he’d never join Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone is a huge talent and one who will surely move on to an elite side before long. The Argentine is a bit defensive-minded for Real’s liking, but results are what is needed as the club try to wrestle back some dominance in La Liga.
5) Joachim Low (Germany)
A manager who has really impressed with the German national team, Joachim Low won the World Cup last summer and clearly has what it takes to manage world class players, assembling a fantastic team with his country.
6) Antonio Conte (Italy)
With three Serie A title wins in just three seasons at Juventus, Antonio Conte clearly has what it takes to see through a title challenge, something most Real bosses have failed to do in recent times. Currently with the Italian national team, Conte could surely be tempted by an offer of managing one of the biggest clubs in the world?