Carlo Ancelotti has been linked with the Manchester United manager's job, with reports suggesting the Real Madrid boss could be a candidate to replace interim manager Ralf Rangnick. The Italian is the latest name to be touted for the role, joining a list that includes Mauricio Pochettino, Erik ten Hag, Brendan Rodgers, Luis Enrique and Antonio Conte.
United are searching for a permanent manager after sacking Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in November, with Rangnick set to move into a consultancy role at the end of the season. The club are aiming to make an appointment before the summer transfer window.
Ancelotti has previously spoken about the pressure of managing United. In 2020, he revealed that he turned down the chance to replace Sir Alex Ferguson in 2013, saying: 'I can say that I still keep a fantastic relationship with Sir Alex, and we met when he decided to stop. But I was close to Real Madrid, and so I appreciate the fact that at that time he talked to me.'
Despite declining the opportunity, Ancelotti has spoken highly of the club. 'Yes of course Manchester United is a fantastic club, a fantastic team. I battled against them a lot of times when Sir Alex was there, when I was at Chelsea. I have a lot of respect for this team, for this club.'
Reports from ESPN claim that Sir Alex Ferguson has recommended United consider bringing in Ancelotti on a short-term basis. The Scot is said to have a great admiration for the Italian, who is reportedly facing pressure at Real Madrid after a 1-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League.
