Inter's losing start indicates de Boer has his work cut out

Frank de Boer admitted he has his work cut out if he is to turn Inter Milan into Italian title contender after a stunning loss to Chievo on Sunday.

Speaking after his first Serie A match in charge of the Chinese-owned club, the former Dutch international said he hadn't had enough time to put his stamp on the team after only two weeks in charge.

"It can't be denied that today was a difficult day, but we are at the beginning and we can do better in terms of our play and physical level." said De Boer, who left Ajax at the end of last season.