AC Milan midfielder Rino Gattuso is chasing a January move to Manchester City.

The Mirror says Gattuso is ready to quit AC Milan - and expects to sign for Manchester City in the transfer window.

The 31-year-old midfield 'enforcer' is looking to leave Serie A in a bid to get into his country's World Cup squad and has told pals he is lined up for Mark Hughes's top-four contenders.

Gattuso speaks English from his time with Glasgow Rangers and his tough-tackling style is suited to the Premier League as he makes his shock attempt to get out of Milan.

The fiery star, who has been with Milan for a decade, is not seeing eye-to-eye with coach Leonardo. He believes he will be allowed out on loan with a view to a full-time move.