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Carlo Ancelotti has echoed general director Ariedo Braida's remarks and has stated he wants experienced striker Christian Vieri to remain in Milan.

It had been thought the 32-year-old might leave in order to secure regular first-team football ahead of the World Cup in the summer.

However, Ancelotti is looking for Vieri to stay, although he appreciates ultimately the striker will decide if he wants to remain with the Rossoneri.

Hernan Crespo, who spent last season on loan, was in superb form in the second half of the campaign for Milan and Ancelotti sees Vieri playing a similar role this time around.

"I'll be happy if he stays, but a lot will depend about his options and his desire, which also must be respected because the World Cup is close," Ancelotti told Sky Italia.

"Hernan played really well from January to May and Vieri is in a position to do the same."

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