Carlo Ancelotti’s move from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to Real Madrid did indeed involve a significant financial transaction. According to Florentino Perez, the president of Real Madrid, Ancelotti contributed 3.5 million euros from his own funds to facilitate the move. The total compensation for Ancelotti’s coaching services was 7 million euros, with the coach covering half of this amount.
Perez further revealed in an interview with Cadena Ser that in addition to Ancelotti’s deal, Real Madrid paid 30 million euros to Real Sociedad for the acquisition of Asier Illarramendi. These financial details offer insights into the complexities of managerial transitions and player transfers at the highest levels of football.
