It is not easy for anyone to understand the reasons that led Carlos Alcaraz to announce his separation from Juan Carlos Ferrero after more than seven years.
The latter has contributed more than any other to the success of the young Spanish champion, who has formed a really intense relationship with him, defining him several times as a second father.
The current world number 1 has won 24 titles under the guidance of 'Juanki' and has reached the top position in the ATP rankings, as well as having just gone through the most brilliant season of his career (especially from the point of view of continuity).
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The truth is that Alcaraz and Ferrero have not found an agreement for the renewal of the latter's contract and Carlitos' team has not been willing to make changes, which is why the former world number 1 has decided to move away from his protg.
A risky decision
According to the latest rumors, the six-time Grand Slam champion would already be looking for a replacement and would like to hire an experienced person. His coach at the 2026 Australian Open will be Samuel Lopez, who had been awarded together with Ferrero as 'Coach of the year' a short time ago.
Everyone is wondering what impact this separation will have on the future of Carlos, who is currently preparing in Spain ahead of the start of the new season. The star from Murcia cannot have any dips if he wants to continue to prevail against Jannik Sinner, who is only 550 points away in the ATP ranking thanks to his success at the Nitto ATP Finals in Turin.
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Through his official X profile, top analyst Jos Moron did not hide his concern for Alcaraz: "We should not underestimate the impact that this change could have on Carlos in the near future. According to the latest rumors, the relationship between Alcaraz's father and Ferrero had worsened in recent times and Carlitos had to make a decision that he did not want to make.
This is the first time in his career that he is in a similar situation, we will see how he reacts in the next ones. If he continues to win, people will say that 'Juanki' was not necessary, but if his level drops everyone will ask for Ferreros return.
