Zaccardo proud of Milan switch

Cristian Zaccardo has spoken of his pride after completing his move from Parma to AC Milan.

After the San Siro club confirmed the move, Zaccardo told Milan’s official TV channel: “I am proud to have joined Milan. The negotiations started a few weeks ago and now I am here.

“I can play in the centre of defence or at full-back and I will give my best. I am 31 and I come here after playing a lot of matches in Serie A. I know some of the players and I will meet the rest on Friday.”

AC Milan confirmed that as part of the transfer, Algeria midfielder Djamel Mesbah has completed his switch to Parma in a permanent move, while the club’s general manager Pietro Leonardi added Rodney Strasser would also join on loan.