Manchester United and Manchester City are keeping tabs on AC Milan wing-back Ignazio Abate.

Abate has fought his way into Milan coach Leonardo's plans this season and has impressed on the right-side of defence and in midfield.

Tuttomercatoweb says Abate's minders are aware of serious interest from United and City, with the former weighing up a January move for the young Italian.

City boss Mark Hughes is also keen, knowing Abate can play at right-back and also on the right-side of midfield.