AC Milan hero Serginho admits he's a fan of Lucas Paqueta.

Serginho has taken part in Milan's 120th birthday celebrations this week.

Asked about Paqueta, Serginho declared: "I saw him play so many times in Brazil. I call him 'The new Messi'.

"I see a Paqueta that must have more tranquility, he must grow. Italian football is much more difficult. He plays like in 5-a-side football, with the ball under the sole.

"He didn't take the step of switching from the Brazilian game to the Italian one not to succeed."