Davide Ancelotti Takes Charge as Manager of Ligue 1 Club Lille
The Ligue 1 club Lille has officially announced the appointment of Davide Ancelotti as their new first-team coach for a two-year contract, marking an important step in his budding managerial career.
At the age of 36, Davide, son of the renowned Brazil national team coach Carlo Ancelotti, is stepping into this role after a brief five-month experience as the head coach of Botafogo, a team in Brazil’s top football league. His time at Botafogo was notable but ultimately led to his decision to return to European football.
The club revealed this development through a statement, expressing their enthusiasm about having Davide join the ranks: “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.” This reflects Lille’s trust in Davide’s capabilities to lead the team into the next chapter of its history.
Davide began his coaching journey in 2016 and has had the opportunity to work in tandem with his father at prestigious clubs such as Napoli, Bayern Munich, Everton, and Real Madrid, accumulating invaluable experience along the way. His proximity to successful managerial tactics and frameworks has equipped him with a unique perspective on the game.
In addition to his new managerial position at Lille, Davide Ancelotti is also serving as an assistant coach for Brazil’s national team, having joined his father’s coaching staff in 2025. This dual role highlights his growing influence in the football world and signals a future laden with potential as he seeks to carve out his own identity in the sport.
