Inter Milan boss Frank de Boer was delighted with Joao Mario's performance in victory over Empoli.

It meant two wins in a week for the Dutchman.

On Joao Mario, De Boer stated: "Joao Mario a leader? Yes, he is an important player because he runs a lot, not only has the quality to attack, but to defend, he is a player I'm very happy with.

"Now all our players follow my philosophy, we always want to press and dominate the game.

"Today we have done pretty well."