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Ancelotti rules out January transfers

Speculation in the Spanish media this week has suggested the European champions will make a move for Cruzeiro midfielder Lucas Silva, while Sami Khedira continues to be linked with an exit.

However, Ancelotti declared himself content with the make-up of his squad and does not foresee the Liga leaders making any changes when the the transfer window opens next month.

"We will not be making any signings in January," Ancelotti said ahead of Real's La Liga clash with Celta Vigo on Saturday.

"I'm happy with my squad. No Real Madrid players will be sold in January. Sami Khedira has had bad luck with injuries, we've also recovered Jese Rodriguez [from a long layoff]."

"Can we improve? Well every team can improve, we don't need to put limits on this team," he added.

"We are a big family and we all respect each other. I have a great relationship with the players. Personally I'm working hard to keep this good moment going."

"Celta's results speak for themselves. They are going to make it an intense game so we have to be at our highest level," he continued.

"We can feel the good atmosphere everywhere, on the street, in the stadium. The Bernabeu definitely helps us."