Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti admits they want Sami Khedira to stay.
The midfielder, off contract in June, has refused to discuss new terms with Real.
Ancelotti said: "That is the will of the club, but then there is a negotiation. Technically speaking, I can say that we need him."
He added: "Khedira is not yet ready. He needs to work for a few days. He will be [ready] next week."
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