Real Madrid’s coach, Carlo Ancelotti, is believed to still be the top choice for CBF. However, two Portuguese coaches, Jorge Jesus and Abel Ferreira, are also strong candidates on the list. CBF had previously stated their desire to have a new coach in place before the upcoming World Cup qualification matches in South America against Ecuador and Paraguay in June. “We are only considering a handful of names… and we already have our target,” said Caetano. “However, it is very difficult to discuss one specific name now because it could have negative consequences.”