Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has spoken directly to AS Monaco midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni.

Marca says in his attempt to accelerate negotiations to sign Tchouameni from Monaco, Real coach Ancelotti called the Frenchman to discuss the latter's future.

After Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain emerged as potential suitors for his signature, Tchouameni had doubts about which team to choose as his next destination.

The France international had reportedly confessed to Monaco teammates that he was unsure of his potential role in a team where Toni Kroos, Luka Modric, Fede Valverde and Casemiro are considered as undisputed starters.

Meanwhile, Camavinga has emerged on the scene, and Dani Ceballos' future may depend on whether Real Madrid manage to land Tchouameni.