Spanish tennis great David Ferrer has been suggested as a potential new coach for world number one Carlos Alcaraz, according to reports emerging Thursday. The speculation comes as Alcaraz's current coaching setup faces scrutiny following a mixed run of results on the ATP Tour.
Ferrer, a former world number three and 2013 French Open finalist, retired from professional play in 2019 and has since worked as a tournament director and television analyst. His deep knowledge of the Spanish tennis system and experience mentoring younger players make him a logical candidate to join Alcaraz's team.
Neither Alcaraz's camp nor Ferrer has confirmed any discussions. The 21-year-old Spaniard, a four-time Grand Slam champion, has been coached by Juan Carlos Ferrero since his junior years, with Ferrero credited for shaping Alcaraz's aggressive baseline game and mental resilience.
Any coaching change would represent a significant shift for Alcaraz as he targets a return to dominant form ahead of the 2027 season.
