Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti to take over as Brazil manager later this month

The 65-year-old Italian will take up his new position from May 26.

Carlo Ancelotti will be the next manager of Brazil. Pic: Nick Potts/PA

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has been confirmed as the next manager of the Brazil national football team.

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has announced the Italian, one of the most successful managers in the history of European club football, will take up the position from May 26.