Gianluigi Donnarumma is changing perceptions around goalkeeping, according to AC Milan coach Vincenzo Montella.
Donnarumma has quickly established himself as number one at San Siro after displacing Diego Lopez in 2015, the latter subsequently allowed to leave the Rossoneri.
His form has also seen him earn an international call-up for Italy, with Donnarumma widely touted as Gianluigi Buffon's heir apparent.
"Gigio is changing the way of being a goalkeeper," he told Milan TV. "His shirt, for instance, is one of the most sold, and this is really something rare for a goalkeeper."
While Donnarumma's future at Milan is secure, Montella's is far from certain, with Roberto Mancini the latest to be linked as his replacement.
"I have really fond memories of Ancelotti," he added. "He was the first manager I followed when he was at Chelsea and I was starting my career as coach.
"He taught me a lot and I am really grateful for this.
"Here at AC Milan, I would like to achieve the same as him, but I know it won't be easy. What I can say is that I have a sense of belonging to this club."
