AC Milan and Inter have joined the battle for Real Madrid contract rebel Pepe.

Pepe is ready to quit Real in the summer with new contract talks floundering.

Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United are interested in Pepe, who has less than 18 months to run on his existing deal.

However, Marca says both Milan clubs are also in the hunt and are determined to bring him to Italy for next season.

Pepe is seeking €4.5 million-a-year to re-sign with Real.

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