Inter Milan captain Javier Zanetti denies cliques inside the locker room.

The full-back was asked of rumours that Argentine players in the dressing room are overly influential.

"These rumours come out in times of trouble, the senatori, as you call them, have always behaved in a professional manner and with respect, trying always to honour Inter.

"We cannot clarify these reports every time they come out. You have known me for 18 years, I'm not with you in one way and with others in another way.

"You have to ask my teammates how they behave, these renowned senatori, then you can make your assessments."