Overview
- Alcaraz and Ferrero confirmed the end of their seven-year partnership, with Ferrero saying he wished he could have continued.
- A source close to Ferrero told CLAY, reported by Tennis365, that a new 2026 deal arrived with a 48-hour deadline and was rejected after his counter-offer was refused.
- The same reporting says Ferrero’s relationship with Alcaraz’s father had been deteriorating, including disagreements over how to manage the player’s career.
- Additional accounts reference disputes over commercial commitments and money, including claims Ferrero sought a raise, though neither party has confirmed those details.
- Samuel Lopez is expected to run the coaching team for the start of 2026, with the long-term setup and any additional hires yet to be announced.