He has already stated that this will be his last Milan derby, and now the most capped player in Italian international history has spoken of the Rossoneris chances of getting back into the race for the Scudetto, as well as other matters.

It is a massive game, and whatever personal feelings or aspects there may be, they must come second, the veteran told Il Corriere Dello Sport. I know Milan are always there when it comes to the big moments and we can get back into the championship,

The captain reflected, We are eight points behind Inter, but we had a terrible start to the term, with plenty of injuries.

It has been a positive season, and if we could win the league it would become an extraordinary one.

The 41-year-old, also spoke of saying goodbye to the national side, Goal.coms campaign showed how much interest there was, and Italy coach Marcello Lippi has said he is behind the idea of a possible testimonial.

As for the man himself, I would like it, he said, But so far there have been no offers, also because I am still a proper player.

Paolo spared a word for his boss Carlo Ancelotti, and his possible departure, In my opinion its very unlikely unless something drastic happens, or he really wants a change after seven years, the defender concluded.