Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos is delighted with the backing he enjoys from coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Ancelotti has made Kroos his prime central midfielder this season.
"He trusted in me from the start in a position I hadn't played in much before. I enjoy playing there. We have a great relationship.
"We communicate a lot before each game, we talk about how I should approach the match according to the opposition we are up against. Ancelotti is one of the reasons I joined the team. He told me that Real Madrid would be even stronger with me."
Kroos continued: "Playing in the centre of midfield is difficult. You have to be versatile, good with and without the ball, defend well, start attacks and be strong in the challenges. It is a tough position to play in and I am trying to overcome my weaknesses. I know I can progress further and that is what I'm working on."
