Wolfsburg's Edin Dzeko has been backed to do well in Serie A amidst interest from Milan by his teammate Andrea Barzagli.

Italy international Barzagli told Tuttisport the Bosnia international striker has the necessary attributes to succeed in Italy.

"He's physical. He has technique. These qualities make him a really important striker and I see him doing well even in our Serie A, but for now he has to think about establishing himself. The rest will follow."

Dzeko was reportedly Milan's No 1 transfer target during pre-season but Wolfsburg said they didn't have to sell him.

Despite signing Klaas-Jan Huntelaar in his place, Milan are still said to be tracking Dzeko with a view to bidding for him either in January or next summer.

Dzeko burst on the scene last year, scoring 30 goals in 40 games for Wolfsburg as they romped to their first ever Bundesliga title.

He started this season slowly, but has finally got into his stride, scoring four goals in eight appearances in all competitions.