Dorival juniorThe departure has led to a wave of speculation about who will take over as BrazilNext national team coach, with Carlo Ancelotti Generally regarded as the front runner. Surprising, Argentina -Manager Lionel Scaloni was also mentioned as a potential candidate – and he has now responded to rumors.
The idea of Scaloni Coaching Brazil flowed by journalist Flavio Prado during a performance on the Brazilian television program Young Pan Esporte. In the midst of ongoing negotiations on the next head coach, Prado explained why he thought Scaloni would be an ideal—If unconventional – choice:
“CBF (Brazilian football association) should make an offer for Scaloni to destabilize Argentina. It doesn’t matter how much he earns. They should offer him five times more. He goes home and tells his wife what Brazil offers. The guy is going to be crazy. If he accepts, good for CBF. And if not, in the worst case, AFA’s budget will increase and they must raise his salary. They should make an offer for Scaloni. “
Scaloni turns off Brazil rumors
It didn’t take long for rumors to reach Scaloni, which has won all the major title that exists with Argentina national team. In an interview with Spanish journalist Siro Lopez, Scaloni was asked about the surprising reports and dismissed them quickly.
“I found out right now. No one has called me, just to be clear“He said with a laugh, visibly surprised at the speculation. On the question of whether he would consider the Brazil job immediately closed Scaloni:”No. I’m sorry from my heart. Let Carlo (Ancelotti) go if he must, but not me. “
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Scaloni signed a contract extension with the Argentine Football Association in February 2023, shortly after leaving Argentina to the World Cup glory. His deal goes through the end of the World Cup 2026which makes any movement unlikely.
With Carlo Ancelotti reportedly complete its exit from Real Madrid And after reaching an oral agreement to lead Brazil through the 2026 World Cup, Scaloni has made it clear that he will not get in the way of that plan.
