AC Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri is reportedly ready to give Kaka his second start of the season in tonight's Champions League clash against Barcelona.

Kaka returned from a month on the sidelines with a substitute appearance in last weekend's 1-0 win over Udinese after picking a thigh injury in his first game back with the Rossoneri at the start of September.

Allegri is confident that the Brazilian playmaker is fit and ready to feature from the outset against Barcelona, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Robinho is believed to be the favourite to lead the line against Barca, with Mario Balotelli still struggling with a persistent thigh problem.

The 31-year-old admitted that his return to the San Siro on Saturday was an "emotional experience", as he looks to build match fitness.

Written by
Liam Power