AC Milan have been alerted to the availability of Lille midfielder Thiago Maia but face competition from Newcastle United.
The 21-year-old began his development in football with Santos before a €14 million offer saw him join the Ligue 1 side last season.
However a period of financial difficulty may see the Brazilian sold this summer with Milan and Newcastle both interested according to calcionews.24.
Milan sporting director Massimiliano Mirabelli is thought to be keen on the defensive midfielder, but acknowledges Newcastle have the upper hand.
The Premier League side are thought to have already had a bid rejected, and coach Rafa Benitez is determined to beat rivals to the player’s signature.
Thiago Maia made 37 appearances in all competitions last season and scored once in their Coupe de France clash with Le Mans.
Source: forzaitalianfootball.com