'This chapter will conclude my career' - Carlo Ancelotti says Real Madrid will be his final club

Carlo Ancelotti has revealed that he will retire from management once his current spell at Real Madrid comes to an end, as the decorated Italian aims to bow out at the very top of the game. The 63-year-old led the Spanish giants to a stunning Champions League and La Liga double last season after leaving Everton to return for a second spell in charge. Ad Heading into the new La Liga campaign, which kicks off when Real travel to Almeria on Sunday night, Ancelotti said this will be the final job of his illustrious career.

Ballon d'OrBallon d'Or organisers explain Messi shorlist snub, defend Ronaldo inclusion4 HOURS AGO “This chapter at Real will conclude my career. I will stop after I leave the Blancos,” the Italian told Il Messaggero. “Real represents the very top of football.

It makes sense to bow out after this experience.” Ancelotti is one of the most successful managers of all time, having won league titles in all five of Europe’s major leagues and a record four Champions League crowns – two with Real and two with AC Milan. 'No vacation for players after World Cup' — Ancelotti on Real Madrid Ballon d'Or organisers explain Messi shorlist snub, defend Ronaldo inclusion 'We're one of the best generations in Real Madrid's history' — Carvajal Last season, his side’s success was largely thanks to the exploits of 44-goal striker Karim Benzema, who Ancelotti believes should win the Ballon d’Or after he was named on the 30-man shortlist on Friday. “He deserves it, he had an extraordinary season,” Ancelotti said.