The agent of Riccardo Montolivo has slammed AC Milan coach Rino Gattuso.

The midfielder was again ignored for defeat to Fiorentina on Saturday.

“The decision of the Coach not to even consider him must be respected, even if it has gone beyond the limits of logic," agent Giovanni Branchini told Radio Deejay.

“I don't want to talk about this being a bullying scenario, but it's difficult to think Montolivo has suddenly become the 27th most reliable player in terms of quality and reliability at Milan.

“Do they think he has a contagious disease? Montolivo hasn't even taken part in a training ground game between ranks since May 13."