AC Milan coach Ancelotti: I've always admired Cassano

AC Milan are following Antonio Cassano's situation at Real Madrid.
 
Real have banished Cassano from the first team after he blew-up at coach Fabio Capello over the weekend.

"I cannot guarantee that Cassano will return to play for Real Madrid," said Real sports chief Pedja Mijatovic last night.

Milan are reportedly a possible destination for Cassano, as the Rossoneri look to strengthen their attacking options.

The Italian giants sold Andriy Shevchenko in the summer, Pippo Inzaghi and Alberto Gilardino have been struggling for form while new boy Ricardo Oliveira hasn't yet settled.

Cassano moved to Real Madrid from Roma in January in a ?3.5m deal and it seems likely that the Merengues will let the 24-year-old leave for a similar amount of money.

Napoli were also linked with the starlet recently, but a move to the San Paolo would only be possible once they make their expected return to the top flight.

"Cassano is a great player and I hope he rediscovers his best form," said Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti. "He's a player I've always admired."