After learning that Juventus goalkeeper Gigi Buffon had dubbed Milan the team to beat, Ancelotti declared: "I agree. If all the players can find their best form, then we are the favourites.

"That is why we must do everything we can to get the best from each player."

Ancelotti added: "The only problem I see is the interrupted start to the season for some of our players. But I don't regret allowing Ronaldinho to play in the Olympics, he needs to get 90 minutes under his belt. In addition, he will play with Pato and that will benefit us."