Carlo Ancelotti admits he considered joining Real Madrid
last summer before opting to stay with Milan.
The former Italy international claims he was in the running to take
over at the Bernabeu before compatriot Fabio Capello was
appointed.
But Ancelotti, who recently signed a new contract at Milan,
revealed his love for the European champions prompted him to
stay.
"Last year with Real Madrid there was a good feeling," Ancelotti
told Sky Sport.
"But my affection [for Milan] prevailed and I stayed."
Ancelotti's decision to stay with Milan was vindicated when the
Italian giants beat Liverpool 2-1 in the UEFA Champions League
final.
And Ancelotti appeared confident about the prospects of retaining
the trophy now that Ronaldo will be available for selection.
He added: "We won the Champions League without Ronaldo and this
year we will have him."