Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is refusing to consider Hakim Ziyech's release this month.

AC Milan have been keen on signing Ziyech, reports Calciomercato.com.

However, Milan's chances of signing the player are 'almost impossible'.

That is because Tuchel has used the Morocco international regularly in both the pre-season friendlies and in the UEFA Super Cup against Villarreal.

Milan did not make an official approach to Chelsea for Ziyech but were hoping to receive a signal that the player was available on loan.