he message from Carlo Ancelotti to Alberto Gilardino seems to be very clear: 'stop complaining and fight for a place, or pack your bags'.
Gilardino Can Leave, Raps Angry Ancelotti
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Gilardino has failed to convince this season, and had hit out at the lack of faith in his abilities earlier in the weekend, insisting that he would "not confirm" his future unless offered guarantees.
His fear seems to be that with Inzaghi, Ronaldo and another top forward coming in, he will be fourth in line at best.
However, Carlo Ancelotti is clearly unimpressed with the fear, and gave the striker a piece of his mind.
"Competition must act as an incentive to do better, and not feel like a weight on your shoulders," he rapped.
"Gilardino is young, can still improve and has already scored a lot of goals. Like everyone, he has had his ups and downs."
"If he thinks he needs to go, then there is no reason why we can’t help him achieve that, as long as we find a valid alternative," quipped Ancelotti, clearly unhappy.
“Up until a few days ago he seemed relaxed and the situation was under control. He speaks of faith and fair play, but we have always put our trust in him.
"I always considered him an important player, even if at Milan competition for places is mandatory."
He then told Gilardino to learn from Inzaghi, instead of being offended at missing out on the Champions League final.
"The only player at Milan who is sure of always being first choice is Kaka," revealed Ancelotti. "Everyone should take Inzaghi as an example, a player who takes his profession very seriously.
"He is always ready and works hard no matter what, so he earned his place in the most important match. It is often said that Inzaghi is in love with the goal, but the truth is that the goal is in love with him."
Gilardino has been linked with Juventus of late.
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Gotta Say that
Ancelotti is the sexiest Coach ever
First he brings in Ronaldo
Then he wins the CL (again)
Then he tells Gila GTFO
What more could he do
convince Mourinho to loan Sheva to S****horpe United
