AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli has hailed the impact of Olivier Giroud this season.

The signing from Chelsea's goals have fired Milan to the top of the table.

Pioli enthused: “I like everything about Giroud, the way he helps the team, how he handles the pressure. He is a very serene and determined person and it's a pleasure to work with him.

“Zlatan gives a lot to the team in everything he does. He is a smart player.

"He knows when to attack the space or drop deep. He is feeling happy. Surely he will help us."