The father of Arsenal midfielder Mohamed Elneny insists a January move to AC Milan is on.

Currently on-loan with Besiktas, Elneny has been linked with the Rossonero, though his agents have denied the speculation.

However, the Egyptian's father Nasser Eleney told Sada Al Balad TV: "The negotiations between Mohamed and Milan are at an advanced stage, but the contract has not yet been signed.

"They have renewed interest in my son and the next few hours could be decisive for signing with Milan. He did well with Besiktas but wants to move to a stronger league, to Milan."