Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi insists they deserved their 4-0 win against Atalanta.

Matteo Darmian, Lautaro Martinez, Dimarco and Davide Frattesi struck the goals on Wednesday night.

Inzaghi said: “The first 10-15 minutes Atalanta pressed us very high, so we had to sort ourselves out. The start wasn't our usual approach, but then we scored, hit the bar and came out for the second half with ferocity.

“These are great signs for our journey, which must continue without pauses.

“Frattesi was extraordinary in Lecce, but 15 minutes from the end he had a bit of cramp. He is one of the most penalised by the choices, as he is in great shape, it would be a real pity if he had to stop now.

“There's no denying it, the team plays well and has done for two and a half years. We won five trophies, played in the Champions League Final and have a good advantage at the top, but we know that in January we were head-to-head with Juventus. We opened up the gap in a month and it can be lost again in the same time period.

“I have a team that changes the personnel and retains its principles, that is the greatest satisfaction. We can change seven or eight players, it is always a pleasure to see who is out there, and it makes my life difficult choosing a starting XI. I am fortunate to have these marvellous lads who give me everything whether they play 10 minutes or 90."

Inter have now scored four goals in the past four games - something last achieved in the 1929/30 season.