Overview
- Alcaraz confirmed the split days after a career-best 2025, while Ferrero said he wished he could have continued.
- Multiple reports say Ferrero was given 48 hours to accept a new deal containing non‑tennis clauses he found unacceptable, with salary cited as secondary.
- Sources describe a deteriorating relationship between Ferrero and Carlos Alcaraz Sr., with insiders suggesting the decision was driven by the player’s entourage.
- Samuel Lopez is acting as the main coach for now as the team evaluates a longer‑term structure before the Australian Open and scheduled exhibitions.
- Alcaraz has been practicing in Spain, including sessions with Flavio Cobolli, as questions linger over logistics tied to Ferrero’s academy base.