Veteran Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti has hinted he may continue at Real Madrid beyond the expiry of his contract in 2026.

Then 64-year-old had been heavily linked with the Brazil national team job before he signed a contract extension at Real this week.

He has won a single LaLiga title with Real, along with two Champions League trophies and two Club World Cups.

“My contract was up on June 30. The club has decided to do it now because they’re happy with our work,” Ancelotti told reporters.

“I don’t know if it will be my last spell as a coach. I don’t know what will happen once I finish here. I might still be here in 2026, depending on how successful I am.

“I’d like to be Madrid coach until 2026, and hopefully I can continue to be here in 2027 and 2028 because I want to stay here.”

Ancelotti claims he always wanted to remain at Real amid the Brazil interest.

“I was proud (to be considered), but it was all dependent on my situation with Real Madrid and that it was all clear,” he added.

“Thinking about being the Brazil coach was exciting, but I don’t know if they will want me in 2026. I don’t know if they will be happy with this decision.”