Ancelotti insists that he prefers Bale to Neymar

Gareth Bale: backed by his manager

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has insisted that he still prefers Gareth Bale to Neymar after the latter put on a stellar show in Saturday’s El Clasico while Bale failed to make any sort of impact.

Speaking on Spanish radio, the Italian said: “Neymar plays where Cristiano plays so never in my life would I change [Bale for Neymar]. Florentino never offer it [buying Neymar], he wanted to get Bale.”

Neymar has scored 7 goals so far this season for Barcelona after a summer move from Santos. On the other hand, Bale has struggled with injuries and has found the back of the net just once.

The Welshman will be hoping for a change of fortunes when Real host Sevilla in the league on Thursday.