Victories like this show Bournemouth's top stars that the club is no stepping stone as they enjoy another night to cherish in 3-0 humbling of Ruben Amorim's AC Milan, writes KIERAN GILL

Bournemouth defeated AC Milan 3-0 at the Vitality Stadium in a Europa League fixture, delivering a commanding performance against Ruben Amorim's side. The match took place amid Storm Austen, yet fans still turned out to witness the result. The victory is seen as a statement by the club, suggesting Bournemouth can retain top talent rather than being viewed merely as a stepping stone to bigger clubs.