AC Milan vice-president Adriano Galliani expects big things from Bryan Cristante.
The youngster has signed a new deal to 2018.
"I hope he does like Kaka who, in six years with us, signed six contracts," Galliani said. "Or Stephan El Shaarawy who has been given three contracts in three years.
"Kids will start on a kids salary, but their growth then depends on themselves.
"A place in the first team? Let's calm down, patience is needed."