PSG star in contact with Carlo Ancelotti to secure 'ideal' Real Madrid transfer: Reports

Marco Verratti is reportedly serious about leaving Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) this summer and is in touch with Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti. He is thinking about a possible move to Spain and wants to reunite with the Italian manager.

As per a report in L'Equipe, Verratti is not happy at PSG and is ready to leave the club this summer. He believes that a move away from France would be ideal and is in touch with Ancelotti.

The two Italians shared a good time at PSG and have spoken highly of each other. The midfielder admitted that he learnt a lot from the former Chelsea manager and said as per SportsMole:

"My aim is mainly to achieve everything that Carlo Ancelotti brings out of me. He gives me so much advice, even off the pitch. He is like a father to me. He is a really nice person who helps me a lot. I am grateful for the opportunity he gives me."

However, Verratti might not get his move to Real Madrid as they are targeting Jude Bellingham. The Italian does have interest in him, with Fichajes claiming Manchester United are keen on signing him.

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Former PSG player wants Marco Verratti sold in the summer

Jerome Rothen has urged his former side Paris Saint-Germain to sell Marco Verratti in the summer. He believes the Italian, along with Marquinhos are a part of the group that is holding the club back.

He told on RMC Sports:

"Getting [Neymar] to leave today is very complicated. Above all, it would be a waste of time because if there is to be a radical change in the locker room, you have to break Neymar's allies in the locker room, cut off the heads of some. A Verratti, for example, is not enough in relation to its investment. There are others, like Lionel Messi, at the end of the contract, which should not be extended, or Sergio Ramos at the end of the contract too. Me, I would go more on these players; it is more feasible."

He added:

"Verratti, you put him on the transfer market; even if he has not extended for a long time, I think there are clubs that will go there. There will be suitors to take Verratti but also to take Marquinhos. It's hard when I say that because he's your captain. But these guys symbolize the failure of PSG in the European Cup."

PSG are not looking to sell either of the players as Lionel Messi and Sergio Ramos are already set to leave.