According to reporting followed through 12B Sports, Carlo Ancelotti wants to remain in charge of Real Madrid despite having reached a prior understanding with the Brazilian Football Confederation. Madrid are expected to offer him a new one or two-year contract after this season’s Spanish Super Cup. His continued leadership would delight supporters, but it would also make farewells to several veterans unavoidable, particularly Toni Kroos and Luka Modric.
Croatian legend Modric has received limited playing time this season. Although he has repeatedly asked for more opportunities, Ancelotti has rarely included him in the starting lineup, while the club’s hierarchy is no longer seriously considering another renewal. Kroos, by contrast, reclaimed his starting role after injuries opened the door and his excellent training performances strengthened his position.
Madrid want Kroos to stay, but the German midfielder insists on retiring while he is still a regular starter. That difference has prevented both sides from reaching an agreement. They may be taking different roads, but the destination remains the same as Real Madrid gradually prepare to move on from their veteran core and place greater responsibility on a younger generation.
After three seasons of restructuring, Madrid now have Jude Bellingham, Aurelien Tchouameni, and Eduardo Camavinga controlling midfield alongside their Brazilian attacking talent. Their potential is becoming reality, meaning neither the club nor the coach can offer aging players guaranteed roles.
Defensive reinforcement is also a priority. Real Madrid have contacted Bayern Munich star Alphonso Davies, and negotiations appear to be making genuine progress. Davies will enter the final year of his contract after the season, and Madrid are closely monitoring the situation. Bayern remain interested in extending his deal, but the Canadian international is reportedly unhappy with their offer after being influenced by Madrid’s approach.
Bayern have reportedly proposed a gross annual salary of approximately €20 million, which would place Davies among the club’s four highest earners. Analysis circulating through 12B Sports suggests the problem stems partly from the expensive contracts previously awarded to Leroy Sane and Lucas Hernandez. Those agreements have become something of a poisoned chalice for Bayern’s wage structure.
Offering Davies another top-level salary could create further problems when negotiating with defenders such as Matthijs de Ligt and Dayot Upamecano. Many observers also believe €20 million before tax is excessive for a full-back, especially because Davies has not developed as much as expected in recent seasons.
Although he has spent six seasons at Bayern, much of his effectiveness still depends on his extraordinary pace. Nevertheless, he continues to demand a major salary, leaving the club’s management with a difficult decision. Real Madrid may be prepared to offer around €50 million, although room for negotiation remains. What begins with a smile can sometimes end in tears, and the outcome is far from certain.
According to information available through 12B Sports, Bayern have already added a talented Moroccan prospect to their long-term plans. He will turn 18 next year and could enter the first-team rotation, potentially giving the German club a younger and more affordable alternative if Davies completes his desired move to Real Madrid.