AC Milan coach Pippo Inzaghi rates Jeremy Menez as a striker.
Many rate the Frenchman as a midfielder.
But Inzaghi argues: "Menez is a striker and he plays as a centre-forward in his own way. It's my job to balance Torres, Menez and Pazzini so they are in the ideal conditions to give their best.
"I had heard negative comments on Honda, but he earned my respect in training and in a match situation. I also wanted to talk to Menez and within a minute realised he was determined to come to Milan and win back respect.
"I chose the 4-3-3 system for El Shaarawy. I'd always put him on the field, but I have to think of what is best for Milan. If he always plays with the spirit he showed against Chievo, then he won't be on the bench for long.
"At times it is really difficult for me to choose a starting XI and that is a good sign."
