Inter Milan GM Beppe Marotta admits rumours about Luciano Spalletti's future have been frustrating.

Former Juventus coach Antoio Conte continues to be linked with Spalletti's job.

“The rumours about Spalletti's future aren't helpful," Marotta told Sky Sport Italia.

“I believe it's the new generation of communication that spread these stories so easily, they create a distraction and can be annoying to read sometimes.

“Spalletti has done a good job and that should be recognised. Our goal was to get into the Champions League spots, and we are going about it the right way.

“I don't understand the criticisms of the last few weeks, as we have almost achieved our goal."