Atalanta GM Umberto Marino was delighted after their 4-0 win against Sampdoria.

La Dea's win keeps their top four hopes intact.

Marino said “The whole team played well, showing great character and will. It's a united group that wants to reach the goal and stay on the train to Europe.

“Certainly the coach was not happy with this change and certainly something changed because Malinovskyi has that left foot, he scores from outside the box, second only to Messi, but Pasalic played, who has a unique will. He played everywhere, in a while we'll try him up front as well.

“He stopped immediately, let's hope it's nothing serious. Let's touch wood."

Marino commented on Aleksei Miranchuk's late goal in the match.

“Miranchuk's goal is significant, but it is useless to comment on it. He is very sensitive, shy and he is living this moment with enormous particularity."