Newly appointed AC Milan manager Stefano Pioli has insisted criticism of his appointment will only succeed in increasing his appetite for success at the failing Serie A side.
I Rossoneri sacked Marco Giampaolo after just seven games in charge, with former Inter and Fiorentina boss Pioli taking the reins after a miserable beginning to the campaign.
Despite only joining the club in July this year, Giampaolo endured an appalling start to life as Milan boss, losing four of his seven matches and leaving the club in 13th place. His final match in charge saw the Serie A side claim a comeback win over Genoa, but nevertheless failed to prevent him from being relieved of his duties.