Ancelotti commits to Milan

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04/25/2009 - Milan, Italy (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti has given a strong hint that he will remain with the Italian club next season, despite having been linked with the manager's job at Chelsea.

The 49-year-old is the hot favorite to take charge at Stamford Bridge next term, with Guus Hiddink adamant that he will leave the Blues to concentrate on trying to guide the Russia national team to the 2010 World Cup.

However, Ancelotti told the Italian media: "I am not awaiting any signal from the club on my future. I have an excellent rapport with Milan and I did not request a contract extension because there is no need.

"Chelsea know full well that I have another year on my contract. It's true my English could be better, but it's not about the language.

"We've talked it over with the club and everything is very clear. I have a contract and I think it will continue - it's all there in black and white."

(Courtesy of sportbox.tv)

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