Guus Hiddink has advised Carlo Ancelotti to pick up English if the Italian replaces him at Stamford Bridge.

Hiddink will be leaving the Blues after this weekend's FA Cup final with Everton and Milan coach Ancelotti is heading the Chelsea shortlist.

The Dutchman thinks it is essential to learn the local language if Ancelotti is to move to the Premier League.

Hiddink has explained that, while in charge of South Korea, he was often tricked by players into saying the wrong words to the wrong people due to not knowing the language.

"I didn't speak Korean, though I learned a bit - the bad words always first!" explained Hiddink.

"Koreans are almost too polite to do so, but the players always teach you the dirty words.

"They say: 'When you talk to the president, use this word and that word'. So, all of a sudden, you have a president reacting: 'How can this man say that'.

"That's nice, always, to do those tricks. I like it very much when they do that. But learning the language is important.

"First of all, the club have to announce who will be the next manager. But on the specifics, I know Ancelotti personally.

"I've met him several times. The last time at Jaap Stam's testimonial farewell game in Holland. He and I were on the same bench coaching the 1998 Dutch team against the side where Jaap had his first game. We have a nice game and a nice evening together.

"He's a very nice person - direct and open. Seeing his career in Italy, his playing career but also his managing career, it's full of prizes and experience."