Pato will stay in Milan says new coach Leonardo

New Milan coach Leonardo has responded to speculation that Pato will join Ancelotti at Chelsea next season. Leonardo has a big show to fill after replacing Ancelotti as coach and losing Pato on top of Kaka will make things difficult next season for the young coach.

Pato and Pirlo will not leave Milan. The two are very important for the team,’ ensured Leonardo. 

‘I can guarantee 99.9% that the big players will remain in Milan. Pato is only 19 years old and is one of the best strikers in the world and I can confirm 100% that he will remain with us,’ added Leonardo.