AC Milan have opened talks with Real Madrid about a permanent deal for Alex Jimenez.

The fullback made his Serie A debut in victory over Empoli yesterday, having done the same in the Coppa Italia against Cagliari last week.

Jimenez is on-loan from Real Madrid and Sky Italia says Milan are already working on his permanent transfer.

Milan hope to reach terms initially for less than €5m, with the deal based heavily on future bonuses.

For his part, Jimenez is happy to stay in Milan, he feels settled and sees his future with the Rossoneri.