AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli has dismissed the moaning of Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

The Swede was again substituted during their 5-1 thrashing of Bologna - leading to more visible complaining from the striker.

Asked about the antics, Pioli shrugged: "He said something, I honestly didn't understand what. We play every three days, he had an injury, so it's natural he has to be rested occasionally."

Meanwhile, Pioli was eager to praise the performance of Franck Kessie.

He added: “Franck is a modern and complete midfielder who does well both attacking and defending. He's at peak fitness now and has such presence, he's always ready and generous to motivate his teammates, so has become a real leader in the squad."