Henrikh Mkhitaryan admits Italy has seen his best football.

The Inter Milan signed a new deal with Inter last week.

He told La Gazzetta dello Sport: "Yes, because Italy has an incredible history and great food, just like Armenia.

"And we are similar people, we like to joke, talk and, when necessary, even be clever... I advise everyone to visit my country, they will find treasures they don't expect. And the Armenian barbecue is worth it....".

Asked about his resemblance to successful comedian named Pippo Franco, he smiled: "I know him well, they still tell me now. I didn't know him and I went looking for him on YouTube. I don't mind that, in fact I hope he's once again famous for this too...."