Ancelotti admits departure of Man United target Di Maria is 'close' Angel Di Maria's move to Manchester United is "close", according to Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti. Ancelotti confirmed that the 26-year-old did not train with his team-mates on Sunday amid reports that the Reds are nearing a £60m deal for his services.
And, though the Italian coach insists he hoped to keep Di Maria, he says the club have already said their goodbyes.
"Di Maria has not trained. Its not yet official, but he is close to transfer. We thanked him for what he has done for us," he said. "Real Madrid has done everything possible to keep Di Maria.
He has decided something else. Good luck to him." United's chances of bolstering their midfield with the acquisition of Sami Khedira have taken a blow, however.
Like Di Maria, the German was believed to be available, but Ancelotti has claimed that he will not be leaving the club this summer.
"Khedira is happy here and he is staying. The matter is resolved & he stays at Real Madrid." http://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/ancelotti-admits-departure-man-united-7664713 btw Khedira stays
