Carlo Ancelotti Denies Fraudulent Intent in Tax Trial

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti testified on April 2, 2025, in a trial concerning alleged tax fraud amounting to one million euros for the fiscal years 2014 and 2015. During his testimony, Ancelotti maintained that he followed guidance provided by Real Madrid regarding the receipt of image rights payments, a method he believed was both correct and fiscally beneficial for the club.

In his defense, Ancelotti emphasized that he negotiated his contracts in net terms and had no knowledge of any fraudulent practices. Although facing a potential prison term of four years and nine months and fines totaling over 3.18 million euros, he argued that the payment structure suggested by the club was a common practice in football. Additional details presented on the day highlighted that his family also testified in support of his account, and the proceedings continue as technical aspects of the case are finalized.