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Thai billionaire Bee Taechaubol drops big AC Milan hint

Thailand businessman Bee Taechaubol is being linked with investment in AC Milan.

The property tycoon could be ready to invest in the Rossoneri after hinting at the possibility in an interview with former Italy international Fabio Cannavaro.

"I'd like to buy Milan, but they're asking €900m," Taechaubol is reported as saying while announcing sponsorship of the Global Legend Series which will see Cannavaro coach a team including Luis Figo, Michael Owen and Alessandro Nesta.

"I can't meet that valuation but…

"Let's finish this series of matches and then I'll focus. I'd like to invest in Italian football.

"I'd love to invest in Milan."

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