There's Only One Way to Stay: Florentino’s Tough Condition for Ancelotti

Nothing is ever certain at Real Madrid, where past glories offer no protection and the future hinges on silverware. According to reports from El Chiringuito, Florentino Perez has made his stance clear: Carlo Ancelotti will remain as manager only if he delivers both La Liga and the Copa del Rey this season.

The Madrid side has shown consistency in the league, holding firm at the top of the table. In the domestic cup, they are still in contention with genuine hopes of lifting the trophy. Yet for Perez, potential is not enough—he demands trophies to justify keeping Ancelotti at the helm.

Since his return in 2021, Ancelotti has brought a sense of calm and added another Champions League to the cabinet in 2022. However, there is a growing feeling within the Bernabeu that national dominance is now the priority. Winning both domestic competitions would be the only convincing argument for his continuation.

Perez, always precise in his decisions, knows next season could be transformative. With Kylian Mbappe already in the squad and a refreshed team ready to challenge for everything, the club wants to begin a new chapter. For that, a manager who delivers immediate success is non-negotiable.

Despite Ancelotti's strong rapport with the dressing room and support from key figures, the pressure at Madrid never fades. The rumour mill continues to spin, and should the objectives not be met, a change on the bench would not come as a surprise.

Now, the responsibility lies with Ancelotti. The message from above could not be clearer: competing is not enough—he must win. And not just one, but two major trophies. The coming weeks will decide more than just a season; they could define the future of Madrid’s managerial seat.

The double or departure? Ancelotti’s future in the balance

With two trophies at stake, the Italian manager must prove he is still the right man to lead the world’s most demanding club. La Liga and the Copa del Rey are not just silverware—they are the key to staying or the door to a final goodbye.