AC Milan coach Vincenzo Montella has no interest in bringing in Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas as replacement for the injured Riccardo Montolivo.
Montolivo faces a lengthy spell on the sidelines after undergoing knee surgery, re-igniting speculation Milan could move for Fabregas.
"We need a player with Montolivo's characteristics, someone who knows how to play in a midfield of two. Fabregas does not have these characteristics," Montella told Corriere della Sera.
"I think Montolivo is nearly irreplaceable. He is important both on the pitch and in the dressing room. It's an even bigger loss than people think."
"I have faith in Locatelli. He has come on on decisive moments in our past few games," Montella added.
"But we have to remember that he has only played a few games in Serie A. I would like to bring him slowly."
