AC Milan signing Philippe Mexes admits he could have signed for Real Madrid.
He admits he was tempted to try his luck in a different country, as Real made their move, but believes he has joined a club capable of matching his ambitions.
"Only Roma or Milan could make me stay in Italy," AS Roma defender Mexes told France Football.
"There was a chance that I could have left. I had contact from Real Madrid but I wanted to remain in Italy with Milan."
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