- FIFA has launched investigation into Ancelotti’s hiring
- Brazilian federation has allegedly used unauthorised agent
- Contract could be voided if rule breach is confirmed
Key Takeaways:
FIFA has launched an investigation into the Brazilian Football Confederation regarding the appointment of new national team head coach Carlo Ancelotti, according to local media reports.
🚨GLOBO:
FIFA is going to investigate CBF around a possible violation with Diego Fenandes’ involvement in the hiring of Carlo Ancelotti.
Diego Fernandes is not a licensed agent and was paid €1.2 million by CBF during the entire process. pic.twitter.com/YCkyoWfwH7
— Brasil Football 🇧🇷 (@BrasilEdition) May 30, 2025
The probe centres on former CBF president Ednaldo Rodrigues, who allegedly used an unlicensed intermediary during negotiations with Ancelotti. Rodrigues reportedly paid €1.2 million to Diego Fernandes, a businessman without a valid FIFA agent license. According to FIFA regulations, only individuals officially registered in its system may participate directly in negotiations between clubs or federations and players or coaches.
As a result, FIFA has requested full documentation related to the agreement in order to determine whether Fernandes was directly involved in Ancelotti’s arrival. If it is confirmed that Fernandes acted as a broker, the contract between Ancelotti and the Brazilian FA may be deemed invalid. The CBF could also face substantial fines and additional administrative sanctions.