Ancelotti responded to rumors about the departure of a key defender from Real Madrid to another club

Carlo Ancelotti, the head coach of Real Madrid, lavished compliments on the main defender of the "Los Blancos," Ferland Mendy, by naming him the best player in the world in his position.

• The Real Madrid legend has informed the club that he will leave as a free agent in the summer

Mendy's contract with Real Madrid expires in the summer of 2025 and has not yet been extended, leading to a flurry of rumors about the Frenchman's future. Specifically, interest in the player has been attributed to Chelsea and Manchester United.

“Let me repeat, Ferland Mendy is the best in the world in his position. It's not easy to get past him. He's under contract and he's key player for us. He does not care about being on the media, he cares about the team” quotes Ancelotti Fabrizio Romano.

The 28-year-old Mendy has been with Real Madrid since 2019. In the current campaign, the left-back for the French national team has played 32 matches in all competitions and has scored one goal.

Real Madrid is leading La Liga outright. On Sunday, April 21, the "Los Blancos" will play against Barcelona in El Clásico.