AC Milan boss Rino Gattuso defended is debutants for their 3-2 defeat at Napoli.

Gonzalo Higuain made his competitive Rossoneri debut, but made little impact in his old stadium.

Gattuso said, “Up until the 55th minute he was very much involved and the second goal also went through his feet. Then he too dropped intensity levels like the rest of the team, but I am sure he can give us a great deal this season."

Tiemoue Bakayoko came off the bench for his debut after the loan move from Chelsea.

“He has to learn how to receive the ball and that means having the right positioning and posture. A week of training isn't enough to knock some weaknesses out of a player and that is why I tried to use the old guard tonight."