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Milan defender Dario Simic admits he is tempted by the prospect of joining Lokomotiv Moscow in January.
The Croatia international has struggled for first-team opportunities this season and has made just two appearances in Serie A.
With a place in Croatia's Euro 2008 squad at stake, the 32-year-old is keen to leave San Siro on loan when the transfer window reopens in the New Year.
He has been linked with a switch to the Premier League, but is also being eyed by Russian club Lokomotiv.
Simic has been bouyed by Milan's intent to offer him a new contract, but he concedes he needs to be playing regular first-team football.
Pleasure
"It's a pleasure listening to these things and that they would like to extend my deal, but I need to play, particularly in view of the European Championship," Simic told Gazzetta dello Sport.
"I really feel good and I think about having another six seasons on a high level.
"And then, there are a few sides who are thinking about me. Between the different offers, I like Lokomotiv Moscow's one a lot."
Recent reports have claimed Everton, Fulham and Manchester City are the clubs considering a January bid for Simic.
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The Croatia international has struggled for first-team opportunities this season and has made just two appearances in Serie A.
With a place in Croatia's Euro 2008 squad at stake, the 32-year-old is keen to leave San Siro on loan when the transfer window reopens in the New Year.
He has been linked with a switch to the Premier League, but is also being eyed by Russian club Lokomotiv.
Simic has been bouyed by Milan's intent to offer him a new contract, but he concedes he needs to be playing regular first-team football.
Pleasure
"It's a pleasure listening to these things and that they would like to extend my deal, but I need to play, particularly in view of the European Championship," Simic told Gazzetta dello Sport.
"I really feel good and I think about having another six seasons on a high level.
"And then, there are a few sides who are thinking about me. Between the different offers, I like Lokomotiv Moscow's one a lot."
Recent reports have claimed Everton, Fulham and Manchester City are the clubs considering a January bid for Simic.
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It's sad to say this but we should let him go!
He deserves to play and he still has a lot to give, especially to his national team...
