AC Milan boss Vincenzo Montella hailed two-goal Carlos Bacca after victory over Chievo.

Bacca bagged a brace at San Siro, though he also ballooned a penalty into the stands on the stroke of half-time.

“The game felt like a bit of an uphill struggle, but it was ultimately always under control and we could've gone into the half a goal up," the Coach told Sky Sport Italia.

“We didn't dominate Chievo, but the victory was still deserved. Bacca broke the deadlock at the decisive moment. I liked the performance, we knew how to wait and strike at the right moment. We could've finished it off earlier.

“Bacca is getting close to the real Bacca. He is certainly improving, regardless of the missed penalty, and created other big chances. This is the player we know.

“I have not looked at the table. It's nice to play before the others, as we can spend our Sunday relaxing. Inter are not the only antagonists and what interests me is finishing in the Europa League.

“To get into the Champions League at this point, we'd need a Scudetto-style run of results. To get into the Europa League, we'd need a Champions League-style run.

“If Atalanta continue winning, we'll have to tip our hats to them, because they are having a sensational season."