Fluminense‘s Fernando Diniz is set to become Brazil‘s interim manager while they wait for Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti, sources have told ESPN Brasil.
Diniz, 49, has reached an agreement with Brazil’s Football Confederation (CBF) to guide the national team for one year.
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The deal, which will see Diniz guide both Fluminense and Brazil for the next 12 months, is expected to be announced later on Tuesday.
CBF president Ednaldo Rodrigues recently said Ancelotti, who is under contract with Real Madrid until June 2024, remains their number one choice to guide the national team through the 2026 World Cup.
Despite receiving strong interest from Brazil in recent months, Ancelotti reiterated his desire to continue as coach of Real Madrid until his contract expires.
