Ammon News - Lille have appointed Davide Ancelotti as coach on a ​two-year deal, the Ligue 1 ‌club said on Monday.

The 36-year-old, son of Brazil boss Carlo Ancelotti, will ​be taking on his ​second managerial role after a five-month ⁠stint serving as coach of ​Brazilian top-flight side Botafogo last ​year.

"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," read the club statement.

Davide began his coaching career ​in 2016 ​and has ⁠worked alongside his father Carlo at Napoli, Bayern ​Munich, Everton and Real ​Madrid.

He ⁠is currently also serving as an assistant coach for five-time world ⁠champions ​Brazil, joining his ​father's staff in 2025.

Reuters