Ferrero Ready to Return, But With Whom?
Juan Carlos Ferrero is one of the most coveted coaches in professional tennis right now, and the anticipation around his next move is building fast. The former world No. 1 and Grand Slam champion has not worked with any player since parting ways with Carlos Alcaraz at the end of the 2026 season, a split that immediately made him the most talked-about free agent in coaching circles. Ferrero himself has confirmed a comeback is coming, recently telling reporters: "I think I'm going to come back on the tennis tour," while keeping the identity of his future player under wraps. Names like Jannik Sinner and rising Spanish talent Rafael Jodar have been floated as potential fits. Sinner's coach Darren Cahill is reportedly considering retirement, while Jodar has been working primarily with his father during his recent emergence on tour.
Steve Johnson Points to Auger-Aliassime
Former American professional Steve Johnson, speaking on the tennis podcast "Nothing Major," offered a compelling alternative: Canadian star Felix Auger-Aliassime. "I'm thinking maybe Felix Auger-Aliassime. Could it be Felix? Yes, he's trying to get over the hump," Johnson said, adding that Ferrero has essentially earned the right to pick whoever he wants at this stage of his coaching career. Auger-Aliassime recently parted ways with long-time coach Frederic Fontang after nearly a decade together, with Wimbledon serving as their final tournament as a partnership. The Canadian posted a heartfelt tribute on social media, describing Fontang's guidance since he was just 16 years old. Now ranked inside the top five in the world, Auger-Aliassime represents an exciting project for any elite coach. Johnson summed it up simply: "If you're one of those guys, why wouldn't you want Ferrero on your bag?" TennisDraw users will be keeping a close eye on this potential partnership when updating their bracket picks for upcoming events.
