Conte warns Napoli over AC Milan attacker Leao threat

Tottenham boss hails Leao's 'incredible' talent

Napoli must be wary of the threat posed by AC Milan attacker Rafael Leao when the two sides meet in Serie A on Saturday, Tottenham manager Antonio Conte has warned.

Leao has been in impressive form for Milan this season, scoring seven goals in 14 appearances in all competitions, and Conte believes the Portugal international is one of the most dangerous attackers in Serie A.

"Leao is an incredible player," Conte said at a press conference on Friday.

"He is very fast, very strong, and he has great technical ability. He can score goals, create chances for others, and he is a real handful for defenders.

"Napoli will have to be very careful of him on Saturday. If they give him too much space, he will punish them.

Conte's Tottenham side will face Milan in the Champions League last-16 next month, and the Italian coach is well aware of the threat that Leao poses.

"We will have to be very careful of Leao when we play Milan in the Champions League," Conte said.

"He is a player who can make the difference in a game, and we will have to be at our best to stop him.

"But I am confident that we can do it. We have a good team, and we are ready for the challenge."