“It will be a great challenge, among the most important in this season, against a team that has won the Champions League several times,” said Simeone in a Press conference.
“San Siro is a wonderful stadium, where I played many times. Milan is a beautiful city and I’m sure we will see a great match.”
‘Cholo’ played for Inter from 1996 to 1999, then remained in Serie A with Lazio until 2003.
“I don’t see this as a Milan Derby. I have great respect for Milan and those who work there. They have a great Coach who must keep hold of a very difficult bench and an exceptional squad.
“We’ll see if they buy any more great players in January and also what the form is going into such a wonderful challenge.
“Currently I’d see qualification as a 50 per cent chance each. We’re still in December, so it’s too early to say who is the favourite.”
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