Michael Essien intends to leave AC Milan at the end of the season.

The midfielder has made just five starts for the Rossoneri this season, and is free to talk to other clubs.

"I don't know what will happen, but I believe he will not renew with Milan," Fabrizio Ferrari told ItalianFootballDaily.

"Essien is happy at Milan, he could remain but it is doubtful. It's a bit early to predict what will happen in June.

"Milan is a prestigious club which is difficult to get into, but also difficult for a player to want to leave it."