AC Milan have confirmed that new signing Andrea Bertolacci has been ruled out of the upcoming Derby della Madonnina on Sunday.

The 24-year-old picked up a thigh injury whilst on international duty during Italy’s 1-0 victory over Malta last Thursday and as a result is set to miss the Rossoneri’s derby match against rivals Inter.

“AC Milan announces that Andrea Bertolacci underwent medical tests earlier today for a thigh injury which revealed a minor tear in the abductor muscle area,” read a statement on the club’s official website.

“The Italian midfielder will have further tests next week.”

Bertolacci made a €20 million move from Roma to the the Rossoneri this summer after impressive performances at Genoa who had originally co-owned the player alongside the Giallorossi.