FIFA is investigating the role of an unregistered agent in Carlo Ancelotti's hiring as Brazil's manager. The probe focuses on Diego Fernandes, who facilitated the deal and received a substantial commission.

By the time Carlo Ancelotti left Real Madrid, he had already been announced as the new Brazil manager. With the Italian’s time up, and both Ancelotti and Real Madrid planning for the future in late

Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) has notified the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) of the need to investigate a potential violation of regulations regarding football agents during Carlo Ancelotti's appointment as the national team's head coach.