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Galliani denies Benzema talks but won't rule out Kovacic deal

Karim Benzema is not a target for AC Milan but a deal for Mateo Kovacic is not out of the question, CEO Adriano Galliani has said.

AC Milan chief executive Adriano Galliani has denied holding talks with Real Madrid over Karim Benzema, but would not rule out a move for his teammate Mateo Kovacic.

Benzema's future at the Santiago Bernabeu has been the subject of recent speculation, with new Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho reportedly monitoring his situation with a view to making a bid.

The revelation from Robert Lewandowski's agent on Friday that the Bayern Munich striker has held talks with Madrid has cast further doubt on Benzema's future, while Milan has also been linked with an offer should a takeover from a Chinese consortium be completed.