The coach was sacked by Real Madrid on Monday, with a host of players thanking the Italian on Twitter
James Rodriguez has led the tributes to Carlo Ancelotti after the coach was sacked by Real Madrid on Monday.
The Italian won the Champions League and Copa del Rey last season but failed to land a major trophy this season, which has resulted in him being relieved of his duties.
Madrid president Florentino Perez held a brief press conference to announce the news and said a new manager would be in place by next week, with Napoli's Rafa Benitez the current favourite.
The decision has been met with disappointment by several members of Madrid's squad, who have taken to Twitter to thank Ancelotti for his guidance over the past two seasons.
James tweeted a message in Spanish which read: "Thank you for everything boss, I soon learned a lot from you."
Luka Modric believes he played the best football of his career under sacked coach Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid.
The Croatia international says Madrid's shortcoming's this season are nothing to do with the Italian's ability as a coach
Modric was full of praise for the impact Ancelotti had at the Santiago Bernabeu and thinks judging the Italian on 2015's silverware haul is a big mistake.
"All I can say is that he is a great coach and person," the Croatian midfielder told reporters. "I’ve played my best football under him.
"He trusted me from day one. Sometimes, although you don’t win trophies, it does not mean you’re no good
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