The 23-year-old winger has started to find his feet at San Siro following a January switch from Everton, with one goal and three assists in his last seven Serie A appearances.
Deulofeu’s form was rewarded with a Spain call-up and he played a decisive role in the 2-0 friendly win over France in Paris, winning the penalty from which David Silva broke the deadlock before scoring his first senior goal for his country nine minutes later.
Barcelona retain the option to buy Deulofeu back for €12million and there are widespread reports claiming that they will take up the chance to bring the player back to Camp Nou at the end of the season.
And Montella, speaking ahead of Milan’s Serie A clash with Pescara, has conceded that he has little power to influence Deulofeu’s future.
He told a news conference: “He’s doing very well. His contract does not depend on me.
“I believe that, in the evaluation of a decision, it’s not only the financial issue but also the expectations of the club and the player.
“It depends on what the market is saying, the type of football you want to play. It’s very complex.
“I’m delighted for what he did for his country. I hope he can grow even more. We’re happy that he is showing off his qualities.”
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