Ancelotti committed to Milan

Carlo Ancelotti has reiterated his desire to remain with AC Milan as they clinch a place in the Champions League.

The 49-year-old, who is under contract with the Rossoneri until June 2010, has also denied reports that he recently held talks with Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich about taking up the coaching reins at Stamford Bridge next season.

"My wish is to remain at Milan," he said in today's Gazzetta dello Sport.

"I have always maintained that, in order to go forward, two sides need to be in agreement and I am. That is, as long as we finish third to qualify for the Champions League.

"My aim, I repeat so that everyone understands, is to coach Milan next season."

Ancelotti has been linked with both Real Madrid and Chelsea but, when asked if he had had recent contact with Abramovich, Ancelotti replied: "No."

As to whether he had had dinner with Madrid presidential candidate Florentino Perez, he responded: "Let's be serious, let's not joke around."

Ancelotti is the longest serving manager in Serie A, having joined Milan in 2001.

"I haven't found a good reason to leave Milan," he said. "I feel well here and I want to stay for a long time."

Ancelotti also intends to keep his top stars, with Brazil playmaker Kaka a reported target of Real Madrid.

"With Kaka and (Alexandre) Pato, Milan can push on having great seasons," said Ancelotti. "Ricky (Kaka) will stay."

When asked who he regards as the strongest team in Europe, Ancelotti said: "Liverpool are the most difficult team to face.

"Rafa Benitez is a great (coach). Their defence is tight, they have a perfect counter-attack and to play against them is risky.

"Manchester (United) are strong but at least they allow you to play. Liverpool don't."