Cafu is keen for fans not to place too much expectation on the young shoulders of AC Milan striker Alexandre Pato.

The veteran fullback said: "He is a great player who can really do a lot for Milan. But we must wait and hope he adjusts to his first Italian championship."

On the weekend's derby against Inter, Cafu added: "We cannot say that returning from Japan is an excuse. We know it will not be easy, but we will play to win."