Inter Milan are considering a move for Chelsea midfield ace Michael Essien. Itasportpress.it says Inter are tracking Real Madrid ace Xabi Alonso, who is wanted by coach Rafael Benitez.

But if that move fails, Inter will turn their efforts for Essien.

Inter boast an amazing €100 million warchest from their Treble last season and have the spending power to tempt Chelsea into parting with their Ghana star.

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