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Montella: Donnarumma is like a child, he won't captain AC Milan

The 18-year-old has become a star in the Rossoneri side, but his coach says he will not be leading the team out of the tunnel any time soon

Vincenzo Montella has cooled suggestions teenage goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma could be handed the captain's armband if he signs a new contract at AC Milan.

Donnarumma has established himself as Milan's first-choice keeper during the last two seasons and made his Italy debut in September, although he is still just 18 years old.

Several top clubs have been linked with a move for Donnarumma and Milan are keen to tie him down to a new deal, as reports suggest he could become captain if he commits his future to the Serie A giants.