Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti has praised AC Milan director Paolo Maldini for signing Mike Maignan.

The former Lille goalkeeper also spent time with PSG when Ancelotti was in charge.

“I spoke to Paolo Maldini and I expressed my satisfaction, it was a choice that made some noise," Ancelotti told Il Giornale.

“I know Maignan from my time at PSG, then he was a boy, and I could sense his talents. I often let him train with the first team.

“He's a very calm person, technically essential. He will always be secure and useful."