Bologna manager Vincenzo Italiano said his side earned the Coppa Italia trophy by learning from their recent defeat to AC Milan and delivering a performance worthy of the occasion.

As the months have passed, the hopes of a good season have began to drop. However, this evening’s final allows Milan a chance to salvage themselves a little. Of course, the league remains an option for European qualification, but a season double would go a long way.

Manchester City have contacted AC Milan to register their interest in Dutch midfielder Tijjani Reijnders.Talks remain in the early stages and no formal bid has been submitted, but City are expected