Juan Carlos Ferrero reportedly linked to coaching roles for Casper Ruud and Ben Shelton

Former world No. 3 Juan Carlos Ferrero is reportedly set to take on new coaching roles starting in the 2027 season. According to reports from Eurosport Spain and Tennis Channel, Ferrero has agreed to join Casper Ruud’s team following his departure from his duties with Spain’s Davis Cup squad.

Ruud, who reached a career-high ranking of world No. 2 in 2022, is currently ranked No. 23 and has faced challenges with consistency. The partnership aims to leverage Ferrero’s experience in baseline consistency and fitness to help the Norwegian return to the top of the ATP Tour.

In a separate development, Ferrero is also reportedly slated to coach Ben Shelton beginning in 2027. In an interview with Marca, Ferrero addressed previous rumors regarding a potential coaching arrangement with Carlos Jódar, noting that while he had spoken with Jódar’s father, the player’s camp ultimately decided to pursue a different direction.