CARLO ANCELOTTI was welcomed back as Real Madrid boss and insisted Gareth Bale can also return as a major hit.
Ancelotti tipped Spurs loanee Bale and £100million flop Eden Hazard to bounce back as “important players”.
The ex-Everton chief was unveiled following six years away after predecessor Zinedine Zidane quit last week.
And straight away Ancelotti offered hope to under-fire big names like Wales superstar Bale, skipper Sergio Ramos, ex-Chelsea playmaker Hazard, midfield creator Isco and left-back Marcelo.
But although volunteering that he “loved” Cristiano Ronaldo, Ancelotti refused to speak publicly about trying to re-sign the Juventus ace, 36.
He said: “I’ve just arrived. Have to talk about Ramos with the club in the next few days.
“I have a lot of love still for Gareth Bale, Isco, Marcelo… they will have motivation to show they can still play for Real Madrid.
“Eden Hazard? He’s a top player, he’ll show his skills. Hazard and Bale can be so important for us.”
Of Real legend Ron, Ancelotti noted: “I’ve a great relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo, I love him…
“But it’s not correct to talk about Cristiano as he’s under contract with Juventus.”
And he also suggested defensive icon Ramos, 35, can remain a mainstay.
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Ramos was axed from the Spain squad for the Euros after winning 180 caps.
But despite the centre-back’s injury-hit season, Ancelotti said: “Sergio Ramos is a very important player.
“I know there are talks… but I don’t know the details… when I do, I can say more. I’ll talk with the club about Ramos’ future.”
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Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
