Napoli coach Carlo Ancelotti says Real Madrid will soon return to the top under Zinedine Zidane.

Ancelotti spoke optimistically about the Frenchman's return to the coach's seat in an interview with France Football.

“I would say that Zidane and Real Madrid are the perfect couple. They are made for each other. And that's why it will work again," he said.

"As of next season, it will be necessary to have – both in Spain and in Europe – the Madrid of Zizou."

"Zidane has come back knowing what he's doing. I don't see any imminent danger for him," he said. "No one can hold him responsible for the results until the end of the season. He will be calm for several months and it is an important to have this serenity.

"It was a good idea not to wait until June to come back to Real Madrid because now he has precious time for observation, analysis and preparation for next season."