AC Milan are believed to be keen on Liverpool's Lucas Leiva.

Tuttosport reports that Rossoneri boss Vincenzo Montella is a big admirer of the Brazilian midfielder and would like to lure him to the San Siro.

Lucas, 29, is way down the central midfield pecking order at Anfield and was close to joining Turkish giants Galatasaray before Jurgen Klopp blocked the move, according to the player's agent.

Nevertheless, the speculation surrounding Lucas persists and its is believed that Milan are keen to strengthen their midfield with an experienced player.