Carlo Ancelotti, who was named the next head coach of Everton Football Club, will take over for Marco Silva, who was fired earlier this month.

“Everton is delighted to confirm Carlo Ancelotti as the Club’s new manager,” the club said in a statement.

“One of the most successful managers in world football, Ancelotti has agreed to a four-and-a-half-year contract that will expire at the end of the 2023–2024 season. Ancelotti has won 20 trophies, including league crowns in four different nations and three Champions Leagues. “Everton is delighted to confirm Carlo Ancelotti as the Club’s new manager,” the club said in a statement.

“One of the most successful managers in world football, Ancelotti has agreed to a four-and-a-half-year contract that will expire at the end of the 2023–2024 season. Ancelotti has won 20 trophies, including league crowns in four different nations and three Champions Leagues.

“With the club’s owner and chairman, he is watching today’s Premier League game against Arsenal at Goodison before seeing the players and starting his new role on Sunday.

The first game in which Ancelotti will be in the dugout comes on Boxing Day, Thursday, December 26, when Burnley visits Goodison Park.

The recently fired former Napoli coach, in an interview with the team’s website, stated, “This is a great club with a rich history and a very passionate fan base.” The Owner and the Board have a clear vision to produce success and awards. As a manager, I find that appealing, and I’m excited about the possibility of collaborating with everyone at the Club to help realize that goal.

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