Ancelotti dismisses Bayern exit talk

Amid reports of a locker room divide that has prompted talk of a Bayern Munich exit, manager Carlo Ancelotti pledged his future to the Bavarian behemoth.

Speculation has linked Ancelotti with a Premier League return and a move to the Chinese Premier League if Bayern triggered a break clause in his three-year deal, though the Italian is adamant he's staying put.

"I prefer not to speak about my contract, but I can say my contract ends on June 30, 2019," Ancelotti told reporters, courtesy of ESPN FC, ahead of a weekend clash with Mainz.

"I want to say I am happy to be here and stay until the end of my contract."

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Public remarks from Bayern stars Robert Lewandowski, Thomas Muller, and Arjen Robben have hinted at trouble in paradise for Ancelotti, and while the former Chelsea gaffer refuses to comment on reported unrest within the club, he pledged his future to the Bundesliga side while dismissing talk of an England return.

"I hope to continue here but, after that, if I am not here I have to find another solution. I was in England for two years; I had a good experience and have good memories of this period," he said.

"I don't know which (country) will be my future. At this moment, I am not worried about this; I want to continue to do my job for a long time. It's not time to stop."

The latest Bayern player to display discontent was Franck Ribery, who, after being subbed-off midweek against Anderlecht, refused to address Ancelotti whilst ripping off his kit in disgust before throwing it toward the bench. Ancelotti commented on his relationship with the impassioned Frenchman, saying, "I spoke with him - everything is fine and there's no problem.

"There was an incident but I understand this. We spoke yesterday, no problem."