Lille have appointed Davide Ancelotti as coach on a two-year contract, the Ligue 1 club announced on Monday.
The 36-year-old son of Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti will take up his second managerial role after a five-month spell as coach of top Brazilian team Botafogo last year.
«LOSC today announced the appointment of Davide Ancelotti as first-team coach. The 36-year-old Italian manager, who has worked with some of the world’s biggest clubs and national teams, has signed a two-year contract,» the club statement said.
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Davide started his coaching career in 2016 and has worked alongside his father Carlo at Napoli, Bayern Munich, Everton and Real Madrid.
He is currently also an assistant coach for five-time world champion Brazil, where he will join his father’s staff in 2025.
Published on June 1, 2026
