Liverpool midfielder Alberto Aquilani is battling to convince AC Milan to sign him permanently.

Aquilani has been slated in the Milan press this week for his poor performances since arriving on-loan from Liverpool. The Italy international has managed only three starts and faces being crowded out at Milan should they buy a new midfielder in Janaury.

Milan insiders say Aquilani "has potential, but needs to do more".

The former AS Roma star needs to complete a set number of games to earn a permanent stay with the Rossoneri.