Clemente Villaverde looking forward to AC Milan tie

Atletico Madrid club director Clemente Villaverde has revealed that he cannot wait to face AC Milan in the first knockout stage of the Champions League.

The La Liga outfit were paired with Milan in the last-16 draw on Monday, with Villaverde praising the "incredible history" of the Italian outfit.

"This isn't just any other team - it's AC Milan," Villaverde told UEFA's official website. "They have an incredible history. We respect every team here but we also have potential and will use our strengths."

The Champions League will resume in February next year.