AC Milan president Silvio Berlusconi has thrown his full support behind coach Leonardo and star Ronaldinho after their derby humiliation.

"I am convinced that we made the right choice with Leonardo and he will do well," said the patron.

"He is a Coach who is just starting out and we all need to give him some time."

Berlusconi has hailed Ronaldinho as the heir to Kaka and wanted the Milan team built around him, but so far the Brazilian has been disappointing.

"Dinho is a winner," smiled the President. "I am certain he can make Milan into a winning team."