Former AC Milan boss Alberto Zaccheroni says his old club are still a step behind Juventus and AS Roma.
Zacc believes Milan need a step up in class to be competitive.
"I've always thought the most important part of a football team is the midfield," Zaccheroni explained to Gazzetta dello Sport.
"Milan must first try to get [Riccardo] Montolivo back to his best, then try to get in more quality in the middle of the park.
"I think Juventus and Roma are a step ahead for this reason alone."
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