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AC Milan are keen to bolster their defence in the winter market after Simon Kjær’s serious injury blow. Sven Botman was identified as the priority target, but Lille’s refusal to let him leave this month has forced the Italian club to look at other options.

On Tuesday, reports from Italy stated the idea to sign Eric Bailly has ‘come back’ as the Serie A side approached the Manchester United player in the past.

When detailing their plans for this month, Sky Italia explain the Rossoneri’s intention is to sign the centre-back on a loan deal with an option to buy.

It’s said the Red Devils defender is ‘currently the hottest name’ at the San Siro and taking the 27-year-old away from Old Trafford seems the ‘most feasible track’ in these hours.

The Ivory Coast international has made seven appearances in all competitions this term. According to report, the ex-Villarreal man is looking for more game time and therefore, ‘would gladly accept any call from Milan’.

Sky Italia adds there are ‘positive signs’ for Stefano Pioli’s side to sign Bailly, but there is no mention whether or not Manchester United are ready to let the player go in January.