Nagelsmann has impressed at the helm of Hoffenheim, where he became the youngest ever Bundesliga coach when he took over in February 2016 at the age of 28.

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The German has been linked to Bayern after guiding his side to a shock 2-0 league win over Ancelotti’s men on Saturday, and added to speculation by suggesting it was his dream.

Speaking after his side beat Anderlecht 3-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday, Ancelotti said the Nagelsmann links came as no surprise.

“I think it’s totally normal that one young manager, good manager like Julian has a dream to train a top club,” the Italian told a news conference.

“Also, he’s German, it’s absolutely normal and last year I told him that maybe in the future I wish him the best to be the manager of a top club.”

Hoffenheim are flying high in second in the Bundesliga, while Bayern are sixth after their surprise defeat.