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'Napoli have a champion in Higuain' - Campagnaro
Former Napoli defender Hugo Campagnaro believes that Gonzalo Higuain will flourish following his move from Real Madrid this summer.
Rafael Benitez's side paid roughly €40 million to sign the 25-year-old Argentina striker and Campagnaro, who ended his four-year stint at the Stadio San Paolo to join Inter this summer, is certain his compatriot will be a success."Napoli have signed a champion," the 33-year-old told reporters. "He is a player who has done well at whichever club he has been at and I've spoken to him about the enthusiasm of the fans in the city.
"He will do very well there, Napoli are a great club and the city is a special place."
Both players featured in Argentina's 2-1 victory in a friendly against Italy at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday, with Higuain opening the scoring in the 21st minute.
Former Napoli defender Hugo Campagnaro believes that Gonzalo Higuain will flourish following his move from Real Madrid this summer.
Rafael Benitez's side paid roughly €40 million to sign the 25-year-old Argentina striker and Campagnaro, who ended his four-year stint at the Stadio San Paolo to join Inter this summer, is certain his compatriot will be a success."Napoli have signed a champion," the 33-year-old told reporters. "He is a player who has done well at whichever club he has been at and I've spoken to him about the enthusiasm of the fans in the city.
"He will do very well there, Napoli are a great club and the city is a special place."
Both players featured in Argentina's 2-1 victory in a friendly against Italy at the Stadio Olimpico on Wednesday, with Higuain opening the scoring in the 21st minute.
Gundogan ruled out until September
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has been ruled out of action for a fortnight with a back injury.
The Germany international had to be withdrawn during the Euro 2012 semi-finalists' 3-3 draw with Paraguay on Wednesday night due to discomfort in his spinal region.
Further tests upon his return to Dortmund's training ground have clarified the issue and he is expected be sidelined until the end of August, meaning he will miss Bundesliga clashes with Eintracht Braunschweig and Werder Bremen.
A statement on the club's official website read: "Borussia Dortmund midfielder Ilkay Gundogan is expected to be out for two weeks after limping off during Germany's friendly against Paraguay on Wednesday night.
"His back problems, which are a result of a spinal compression, have increased, according to BVB team doctor Markus Braun."
Gundogan will be hoping he can make a full recovery in time for Jurgen Klopp's men's trip to Eintracht Frankfurt on September 1 before another international window opens up.
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Ilkay Gundogan has been ruled out of action for a fortnight with a back injury.
The Germany international had to be withdrawn during the Euro 2012 semi-finalists' 3-3 draw with Paraguay on Wednesday night due to discomfort in his spinal region.
Further tests upon his return to Dortmund's training ground have clarified the issue and he is expected be sidelined until the end of August, meaning he will miss Bundesliga clashes with Eintracht Braunschweig and Werder Bremen.
A statement on the club's official website read: "Borussia Dortmund midfielder Ilkay Gundogan is expected to be out for two weeks after limping off during Germany's friendly against Paraguay on Wednesday night.
"His back problems, which are a result of a spinal compression, have increased, according to BVB team doctor Markus Braun."
Gundogan will be hoping he can make a full recovery in time for Jurgen Klopp's men's trip to Eintracht Frankfurt on September 1 before another international window opens up.
Wolfsburg: Luiz Gustavo chances are good
Wolfsburg sporting director Klaus Allofs has denied that the club have completed a deal for Arsenal target Luiz Gustavo.
The Gunners have been looking to seal a €20 million deal for the out-of-favour Bayern midfielder as Arsene Wenger hopes to add to the solitary summer arrival of Yaya Sanogo.
Despite strong interest from the Premier League side, Wolfsburg are hopeful of attracting Gustavo to the Volkswagen Arena although Allofs is adamant there is no deal in place just yet.
He told reporters: "The chances are good but the deal is not done. To report that is just false."
Wolfsburg coach Dieter Hecking had earlier spoke of his optimism that a deal could be agreed for the Brazil international.
He told SID: "We can't confirm the transfer yet. He has been with the Selecao, so we haven't had more talks.
"But we hope he will decide for Wolfsburg. Of course we know there are several other clubs interested."
Martin Winterkorn, CEO of the VW Group who own Wolfsburg, put pressure on Hecking after he urged the side who finished 11th in Germany's top flight last season to sign the 26-year-old midfielder back in July.
Having already missed out on Gonzalo Higuain, who joined Napoli earlier in the transfer window, and with Liverpool adamant they will not allow Luis Suarez to leave for the Emirates Stadium, Wenger faces the prospect of missing out on another top target ahead of the start of the 2013-14 campaign.
Wolfsburg sporting director Klaus Allofs has denied that the club have completed a deal for Arsenal target Luiz Gustavo.
The Gunners have been looking to seal a €20 million deal for the out-of-favour Bayern midfielder as Arsene Wenger hopes to add to the solitary summer arrival of Yaya Sanogo.
Despite strong interest from the Premier League side, Wolfsburg are hopeful of attracting Gustavo to the Volkswagen Arena although Allofs is adamant there is no deal in place just yet.
He told reporters: "The chances are good but the deal is not done. To report that is just false."
Wolfsburg coach Dieter Hecking had earlier spoke of his optimism that a deal could be agreed for the Brazil international.
He told SID: "We can't confirm the transfer yet. He has been with the Selecao, so we haven't had more talks.
"But we hope he will decide for Wolfsburg. Of course we know there are several other clubs interested."
Martin Winterkorn, CEO of the VW Group who own Wolfsburg, put pressure on Hecking after he urged the side who finished 11th in Germany's top flight last season to sign the 26-year-old midfielder back in July.
Having already missed out on Gonzalo Higuain, who joined Napoli earlier in the transfer window, and with Liverpool adamant they will not allow Luis Suarez to leave for the Emirates Stadium, Wenger faces the prospect of missing out on another top target ahead of the start of the 2013-14 campaign.
Thiago Silva reveals PSG doubts
Thiago Silva has revealed he harboured major doubts about leaving AC Milan for Paris Saint-Germain last summer.
The defender, 28, left San Siro for an estimated €42 million and - along with fellow ex-Rossoneri team-mate Zlatan Ibrahimovic - helped propel les Parisiens to the Ligue 1 title for the first time in 19 years.
However, the centre-back admits that - at first - he was apprehensive about swapping Serie A for Parc des Princes, but that he has come to perceive French football as amongst the highest quality in the world.
"I had some pretty big doubts when I signed here," the Brazil international - who has been linked with Barcelona throughout the current transfer window - told BeIn Sport.
"Not because of PSG, but because I was leaving AC Milan for a different type of football, what I thought was probably not as good a league.
"Today I'd say the two leagues are on par because Ligue 1 has improved a lot in recent years. This season I think French football will show the world how far it has come, but I had this doubt, I wasn't sure I'd made the right choice.
"I admit that even before we won the title I was still thinking about it. But today I know I made the right choice because I'm working with some formidable people."
PSG started their title defence with a lacklustre 1-1 draw at Montpellier but will hope to bounce back with a win at home to Ajaccio on Sunday, with kick-off at 21:00CET.
Thiago Silva has revealed he harboured major doubts about leaving AC Milan for Paris Saint-Germain last summer.
The defender, 28, left San Siro for an estimated €42 million and - along with fellow ex-Rossoneri team-mate Zlatan Ibrahimovic - helped propel les Parisiens to the Ligue 1 title for the first time in 19 years.
However, the centre-back admits that - at first - he was apprehensive about swapping Serie A for Parc des Princes, but that he has come to perceive French football as amongst the highest quality in the world.
"I had some pretty big doubts when I signed here," the Brazil international - who has been linked with Barcelona throughout the current transfer window - told BeIn Sport.
"Not because of PSG, but because I was leaving AC Milan for a different type of football, what I thought was probably not as good a league.
"Today I'd say the two leagues are on par because Ligue 1 has improved a lot in recent years. This season I think French football will show the world how far it has come, but I had this doubt, I wasn't sure I'd made the right choice.
"I admit that even before we won the title I was still thinking about it. But today I know I made the right choice because I'm working with some formidable people."
PSG started their title defence with a lacklustre 1-1 draw at Montpellier but will hope to bounce back with a win at home to Ajaccio on Sunday, with kick-off at 21:00CET.
Arsenal will be active in the transfer market, says Wenger
Arsene Wenger has indicated Arsenal will be aiming to sign players before the end of the transfer window.
The Gunners are yet to sign a marquee player, despite pursuing Gonzalo Higuain, who left Real Madrid for Napoli, and continuing to monitor the situation of Liverpool forward Luis Suarez.
Yaya Sanogo, who joined the club from Auxerre, is Wenger's only summer signing thus far, but the Frenchman is hopeful of making more additions before the deadline passes.
"We are active," Wenger told the club's official website. "We are in a situation like Manchester United, like Chelsea, where everybody expects signings and at the moment not a lot has happened.
"There are 18 days to go, so that is a long time in the transfer market and we will be active.
"I cannot certify what the number [of new signings will be] but we will be active until the end, that is for sure."
Arsenal kick off their Premier League campaign with a clash with Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium on August 17.
Arsene Wenger has indicated Arsenal will be aiming to sign players before the end of the transfer window.
The Gunners are yet to sign a marquee player, despite pursuing Gonzalo Higuain, who left Real Madrid for Napoli, and continuing to monitor the situation of Liverpool forward Luis Suarez.
Yaya Sanogo, who joined the club from Auxerre, is Wenger's only summer signing thus far, but the Frenchman is hopeful of making more additions before the deadline passes.
"We are active," Wenger told the club's official website. "We are in a situation like Manchester United, like Chelsea, where everybody expects signings and at the moment not a lot has happened.
"There are 18 days to go, so that is a long time in the transfer market and we will be active.
"I cannot certify what the number [of new signings will be] but we will be active until the end, that is for sure."
Arsenal kick off their Premier League campaign with a clash with Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium on August 17.
David Moyes remains adamant Wayne Rooney will not be leaving Manchester United, but is confident of signing players before the transfer window closes.
Rooney played for over an hour last night as England beat Scotland 3-2 at Wembley, despite having missed the Premier League champions' recent pre-season games with a shoulder injury.
But Moyes insisted the striker is building up his fitness and will not be sold this summer amid ongoing interest from Chelsea.
"[There have been] no more developments, we don't want any more developments because we've told everybody - which I've said before - he's not for sale," he told Sky Sports News.
The Scot was impressed with the contribution of the striker, who was substituted in the second half by Roy Hodgson.
He added: "I watched the game last night and I thought for the 65 minutes or so that he played he done [did] well. He ran around, got himself some fitness, but it certainly was his first real outing in any real competitive game."
Moyes also indicated United - who have missed out on signing Cesc Fabregas from Barcelona - are "working hard" to sign players before the season starts.
"I'm confident we'll have players in before the start of the season, yes," he continued. "We're involved in several players we are looking at and that will continue.
"Will we get them before the deadline? I hope so. But we're working very hard to do so."
Sabella: Messi is irreplaceable
Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella has admitted that Lionel Messi is irreplaceable, but was pleased with his side's performance without the Barcelona star in Wednesday's 2-1 international friendly win over Italy.
Messi was forced to withdraw from the Argentina squad for the match in Rome due to a muscular problem yet, even though Sabella has highlighted the attacker's importance, the South American side put in a superb performance to beat the Euro 2012 finalists.
"When a team is used to playing with Messi, you can see the difference when he is not there," Sabella commented to reporters after Argentina's win.
"Messi is irreplaceable, but the character and desire we showed really pleased me."
Argentina - who top the South American qualifying section for the 2014 World Cup - are now unbeaten in their last seven matches.
Argentina coach Alejandro Sabella has admitted that Lionel Messi is irreplaceable, but was pleased with his side's performance without the Barcelona star in Wednesday's 2-1 international friendly win over Italy.
Messi was forced to withdraw from the Argentina squad for the match in Rome due to a muscular problem yet, even though Sabella has highlighted the attacker's importance, the South American side put in a superb performance to beat the Euro 2012 finalists.
"When a team is used to playing with Messi, you can see the difference when he is not there," Sabella commented to reporters after Argentina's win.
"Messi is irreplaceable, but the character and desire we showed really pleased me."
Argentina - who top the South American qualifying section for the 2014 World Cup - are now unbeaten in their last seven matches.
Skrtel ready to fight for Liverpool place
Martin Skrtel has welcomed the arrival of Kolo Toure at Liverpool and claimed that the competition will drive him to improve.
Cote d'Ivoire international Toure has given manager Brendan Rodgers a new option at centre-back for the coming season, with the retirement of Jamie Carragher.
Skrtel started 23 times for Liverpool in the Premier League last season and was recently the subject of interest from Napoli, but he is only focusing on securing a starting place at Anfield.
"I think it's always good when there is competition for places and it's very important for your performance," he told the club's official website. "The manager will decide who is in the best form and start that player.
"I'll do my best and all I can to make sure that I'm the one he's going to be starting with.
"Kolo is a great player. He's a very experienced player and he has been playing in the Premier League for a while. He came in to play the same position as me, so we'll see who is going to start.
"Of course I will try to improve this season because I missed the second part of last season. I tried to do my best in the pre-season and show the manager I am able to play, so we'll see how it goes this season.
"I'm ready. I was ready before and I'll always be ready. Then it's up to the manager who is going to start. I will try and I will give my all to get into the team."
Skrtel has spent five and a half years at Anfield, making 143 appearances.
Martin Skrtel has welcomed the arrival of Kolo Toure at Liverpool and claimed that the competition will drive him to improve.
Cote d'Ivoire international Toure has given manager Brendan Rodgers a new option at centre-back for the coming season, with the retirement of Jamie Carragher.
Skrtel started 23 times for Liverpool in the Premier League last season and was recently the subject of interest from Napoli, but he is only focusing on securing a starting place at Anfield.
"I think it's always good when there is competition for places and it's very important for your performance," he told the club's official website. "The manager will decide who is in the best form and start that player.
"I'll do my best and all I can to make sure that I'm the one he's going to be starting with.
"Kolo is a great player. He's a very experienced player and he has been playing in the Premier League for a while. He came in to play the same position as me, so we'll see who is going to start.
"Of course I will try to improve this season because I missed the second part of last season. I tried to do my best in the pre-season and show the manager I am able to play, so we'll see how it goes this season.
"I'm ready. I was ready before and I'll always be ready. Then it's up to the manager who is going to start. I will try and I will give my all to get into the team."
Skrtel has spent five and a half years at Anfield, making 143 appearances.
I don't fear Gotze competition, says Robben
Arjen Robben has insisted that he does not fear competition from Mario Gotze following the midfielder's arrival at Bayern Munich from Borussia Dortmund this summer.
The Germany international, 21, recently made his Bayern debut after a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to injury and Robben is looking forward to teaming up with the former BVB star.
"Gotze's arrival? You have to believe in yourself and don't fear competition for places. I am really looking forward to playing alongside Mario," the 29-year-old was quoted as saying by Bild.
"He is a great player. One of our biggest strengths last year was that the absence of a key player didn't really weaken us.
"And it can be a positive thing as well when you occasionally miss a game in a season followed by a World Cup."
The Dutchman then went on to discuss Franck Ribery's nomination for Uefa's Best Player in Europe award and stated that his team-mate is more deserving of the award than Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo.
"I would totally understand it if Ribery wins it. He deserves it. It would also be recognition for the team. It's the team that allows individuals to shine.
"Messi and Ronaldo are extraordinary, but Franck and Bayern won the treble."
Arjen Robben has insisted that he does not fear competition from Mario Gotze following the midfielder's arrival at Bayern Munich from Borussia Dortmund this summer.
The Germany international, 21, recently made his Bayern debut after a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to injury and Robben is looking forward to teaming up with the former BVB star.
"Gotze's arrival? You have to believe in yourself and don't fear competition for places. I am really looking forward to playing alongside Mario," the 29-year-old was quoted as saying by Bild.
"He is a great player. One of our biggest strengths last year was that the absence of a key player didn't really weaken us.
"And it can be a positive thing as well when you occasionally miss a game in a season followed by a World Cup."
The Dutchman then went on to discuss Franck Ribery's nomination for Uefa's Best Player in Europe award and stated that his team-mate is more deserving of the award than Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo.
"I would totally understand it if Ribery wins it. He deserves it. It would also be recognition for the team. It's the team that allows individuals to shine.
"Messi and Ronaldo are extraordinary, but Franck and Bayern won the treble."
Villas-Boas reveals Bale to miss Tottenham opener at Crystal Palace
Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas has revealed that Gareth Bale will miss the club's Premier League opener against Crystal Palace, and potentially further fixtures because of an injury-hit pre-season.
The 24-year-old has not featured since scoring against Swindon on July 16 with a foot injury, with his future at White Hart Lane in doubt following talks between Spurs and Real Madrid talking place over a potential £100 million deal.
Bale was called up to the Wales squad to face Republic of Ireland, but coach Chris Coleman admitted his star player was not physically or mentally ready to play - and Villas-Boas has ruled him out of the trip to Selhurst Park on Sunday.
"No, because he's been out injured for most of pre-season," Villas-Boas told reporters.
"He was involved in the games against Brentford and Swindon but not any others, for different reasons; pulled a muscle in his gluteus that prevented him from being involved for two weeks and he's been complaining of pain in the foot.
"I think the most natural thing is to see him not involved against Palace."
Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas has revealed that Gareth Bale will miss the club's Premier League opener against Crystal Palace, and potentially further fixtures because of an injury-hit pre-season.
The 24-year-old has not featured since scoring against Swindon on July 16 with a foot injury, with his future at White Hart Lane in doubt following talks between Spurs and Real Madrid talking place over a potential £100 million deal.
Bale was called up to the Wales squad to face Republic of Ireland, but coach Chris Coleman admitted his star player was not physically or mentally ready to play - and Villas-Boas has ruled him out of the trip to Selhurst Park on Sunday.
"No, because he's been out injured for most of pre-season," Villas-Boas told reporters.
"He was involved in the games against Brentford and Swindon but not any others, for different reasons; pulled a muscle in his gluteus that prevented him from being involved for two weeks and he's been complaining of pain in the foot.
"I think the most natural thing is to see him not involved against Palace."
Welbeck hails Rooney link-up with England
Danny Welbeck has praised Manchester United team-mate Wayne Rooney after the duo paired up for the first time this season with England.
Rooney has missed the entirety of United's pre-season campaign due to a series of injury problems, but featured for his country on Wednesday as they beat Scotland 3-2 at Wembley.
And Welbeck, who also started for Roy Hodgson's side in the friendly encounter, has revealed his happiness at being able to link up with Rooney again.
"It's really good to link up with him. I've been playing with him for a very long time now," he told reporters.
"Once we're on the pitch we know each others' games. I'm just really happy for him to get out on the pitch and get his first game of the season.
"We all know the quality Wayne Rooney possesses. To have him on the pitch for Manchester United is a bonus."
Rooney's future has been shrouded by doubt throughout the close-season after the striker handed in a transfer request upon the conclusion of the 2012-13 campaign.
Having already rejected two bids from Chelsea for the former Everton striker, new United manager David Moyes has repeatedly insisted Rooney is not for sale.
Danny Welbeck has praised Manchester United team-mate Wayne Rooney after the duo paired up for the first time this season with England.
Rooney has missed the entirety of United's pre-season campaign due to a series of injury problems, but featured for his country on Wednesday as they beat Scotland 3-2 at Wembley.
And Welbeck, who also started for Roy Hodgson's side in the friendly encounter, has revealed his happiness at being able to link up with Rooney again.
"It's really good to link up with him. I've been playing with him for a very long time now," he told reporters.
"Once we're on the pitch we know each others' games. I'm just really happy for him to get out on the pitch and get his first game of the season.
"We all know the quality Wayne Rooney possesses. To have him on the pitch for Manchester United is a bonus."
Rooney's future has been shrouded by doubt throughout the close-season after the striker handed in a transfer request upon the conclusion of the 2012-13 campaign.
Having already rejected two bids from Chelsea for the former Everton striker, new United manager David Moyes has repeatedly insisted Rooney is not for sale.
Liverpool targeting top-four finish
Brendan Rodgers is confident that Liverpool are in a better position this season to challenge for a top-four finish in the Premier League.
After finishing seventh last term, Rodgers remains positive that continued stability throughout the club will enable them to perform to their full potential.
Four new players have arrived at the club since 2012-13 wrapped up as the Northern Irishman begins to shape his squad ahead of his second campaign in charge, and qualifying for Europe is his top priority.
"[Qualifying for the Champions League] is the measure of success here; it will always be for any manager here," he told reporters. "The measure is always the Champions League. I believe we can have a real push this year.
"It's going to be very tough, even tougher if you look at the clubs that are already in there and have been there for a number of years that have reinforced their group.
"It's going to be a very tough ask - but I believe, with the mentality and focus in our group, we'll be in with a chance this year."
Liverpool begin their campaign without the suspended Luis Suarez - the striker was banned for 10 games for biting Branislav Ivanovic in April and still has six games of the ban to serve.
The Uruguayan has been linked with a move to Arsenal during pre-season but Rodgers maintained that he would not be leaving the club.
"From our perspective, there has been a standpoint within the club and myself, and that hasn't changed," he added.
"What I want to concentrate on is the players that are available for this weekend, so I won't be speaking any more about Luis Suarez until he's available."
Brendan Rodgers is confident that Liverpool are in a better position this season to challenge for a top-four finish in the Premier League.
After finishing seventh last term, Rodgers remains positive that continued stability throughout the club will enable them to perform to their full potential.
Four new players have arrived at the club since 2012-13 wrapped up as the Northern Irishman begins to shape his squad ahead of his second campaign in charge, and qualifying for Europe is his top priority.
"[Qualifying for the Champions League] is the measure of success here; it will always be for any manager here," he told reporters. "The measure is always the Champions League. I believe we can have a real push this year.
"It's going to be very tough, even tougher if you look at the clubs that are already in there and have been there for a number of years that have reinforced their group.
"It's going to be a very tough ask - but I believe, with the mentality and focus in our group, we'll be in with a chance this year."
Liverpool begin their campaign without the suspended Luis Suarez - the striker was banned for 10 games for biting Branislav Ivanovic in April and still has six games of the ban to serve.
The Uruguayan has been linked with a move to Arsenal during pre-season but Rodgers maintained that he would not be leaving the club.
"From our perspective, there has been a standpoint within the club and myself, and that hasn't changed," he added.
"What I want to concentrate on is the players that are available for this weekend, so I won't be speaking any more about Luis Suarez until he's available."
Mourinho's 'not worth it' - Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo has refused to speak about Jose Mourinho following recent comments in the press from the former Real Madrid boss, suggesting his compatriot is "not worth it".
The new Chelsea manager struck a nerve with the forward when he said he was not the 'real' Ronaldo earlier in August, with the Santiago Bernabeu star subsequently ruffled but wanting to stay out of a public slinging match.
Although Mourinho has since sought to clarify the issue, saying his initial quotes were blown out of proportion, Ronaldo is still refusing to answer questions regarding his fellow Portuguese.
"I will not mention the name of that person [Mourinho]," he said to reporters following Portugal's 1-1 draw with Netherlands, in which he scored a late equaliser. "He's not worth it."
Ronaldo did, however, laud his current Blancos coach Carlo Ancelotti and says he is hoping that Madrid can complete La Decima and win back the Primera Division title from Barcelona this season.
"Ancelotti is a great coach, a great man and I am very happy to work with him," he added.
"We will try to win La Liga and the Champions League. It is difficult but this team is good, we have a great coach and we will try to make it happen."
Real Madrid kick off their 2013-14 campaign against Real Betis on Sunday.
Cristiano Ronaldo has refused to speak about Jose Mourinho following recent comments in the press from the former Real Madrid boss, suggesting his compatriot is "not worth it".
The new Chelsea manager struck a nerve with the forward when he said he was not the 'real' Ronaldo earlier in August, with the Santiago Bernabeu star subsequently ruffled but wanting to stay out of a public slinging match.
Although Mourinho has since sought to clarify the issue, saying his initial quotes were blown out of proportion, Ronaldo is still refusing to answer questions regarding his fellow Portuguese.
"I will not mention the name of that person [Mourinho]," he said to reporters following Portugal's 1-1 draw with Netherlands, in which he scored a late equaliser. "He's not worth it."
Ronaldo did, however, laud his current Blancos coach Carlo Ancelotti and says he is hoping that Madrid can complete La Decima and win back the Primera Division title from Barcelona this season.
"Ancelotti is a great coach, a great man and I am very happy to work with him," he added.
"We will try to win La Liga and the Champions League. It is difficult but this team is good, we have a great coach and we will try to make it happen."
Real Madrid kick off their 2013-14 campaign against Real Betis on Sunday.
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Van Gaal: Dutch played very badly at times in Portugal draw
Netherlands head coach Louis van Gaal has criticised his side's "very bad" second half performance against Portugal on Wednesday.The 2010 World Cup finalists were three minutes away from winning on the road after new Roma signing Kevin Strootman gave them the lead in the 17th minute but a Cristiano Ronaldo strike ensured the friendly finished 1-1.
Van Gaal acknowledged that a draw was still a good result but questioned his side's fitness and composure in the second half, believing that his players ran out of steam in the encounter."In the first half we created as many chances as Portugal did," Van Gaal said. "We created a goal and I cannot say anything [bad] about the first half.
"If you do not lose against teams like Germany, Italy and Portugal, you are doing it right, but after the break we had possession and played very badly."We could not hold the ball and we saw the energy running out with some of the guys."
Netherlands have not lost a match since August last year and look set to qualify for World Cup 2014 as they have won six times in as many qualifying matches.
Netherlands head coach Louis van Gaal has criticised his side's "very bad" second half performance against Portugal on Wednesday.The 2010 World Cup finalists were three minutes away from winning on the road after new Roma signing Kevin Strootman gave them the lead in the 17th minute but a Cristiano Ronaldo strike ensured the friendly finished 1-1.
Van Gaal acknowledged that a draw was still a good result but questioned his side's fitness and composure in the second half, believing that his players ran out of steam in the encounter."In the first half we created as many chances as Portugal did," Van Gaal said. "We created a goal and I cannot say anything [bad] about the first half.
"If you do not lose against teams like Germany, Italy and Portugal, you are doing it right, but after the break we had possession and played very badly."We could not hold the ball and we saw the energy running out with some of the guys."
Netherlands have not lost a match since August last year and look set to qualify for World Cup 2014 as they have won six times in as many qualifying matches.
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