David Ancelotti: Cross is a genius and he is my favorite

David Ancelotti made it clear in an interview after coaching Botafogo for a month that the player he wanted to take with him the most was the retired Tony Cross, and said bluntly, "He is my favorite among the players I have worked with."

Tony Cross is a legendary midfielder in football and is famous for his precise passes, excellent overall view and stable performance on the field. He played for top clubs such as Bayern Munich and Real Madrid in his career, and has won numerous honors with the team, including Champions League, League championship, etc. He is also an important member of the German national team, helping the team win the World Cup.

David Ancelotti worked as an assistant coach at Real Madrid and worked closely with Cross during this period. Obviously, Cross's professional qualities and court abilities left a deep impression on him. Even though Cross has retired, he is still regarded as the player he wants to work with the most, which shows Cross's influence in professional football and his high praise in his peers' hearts.