AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli insists they're in the Europa League to win it.

Milan meet Red Star Belgrade in the round of 32 this week.

Poli said: "We are happy to be in Europe, and the progress we have made so far, the team must feel the desire to overcome obstacles, we want to be the surprise in Europe.

"We wanted to be here in Europe after many sacrifices and therefore we are happy to play in Europe, then there will be time to prepare well for the derby (against Inter Milan)."

On Mario Mandzukic, he added: "He is a great professional. He has entered well, he is working hard. He is better and can be ready to play tomorrow."