AC Milan striker Gonzalo Higuain needs to knuckle down and start working, sporting director Leonardo said on Tuesday, amid reports linking the unsettled Argentine international with Chelsea.
Higuain, 31, joined Milan on a season-long loan from Juventus in July following the arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo in Turin but has struggled to settle at the San Siro.
The former Napoli player ended his two-month goal-scoring drought before the winter break with the winner against SPAL, bringing his tally to six goals in 15 Serie A games -- below his rate at his previous clubs.
"A goal can change things, but if he is to continue here, he needs to take on responsibility," warned Leonardo.
"He had a tough moment, he has to put it behind him and get to work."
"He is here right now. Seeing as he is here, he needs to get down and actually do something for this team."
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