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Diarra flattered by Milan talk

Lyon midfield star Mahamadou Diarra is aware of interest from Milan.

Lyon midfield star Mahamadou Diarra is aware of interest in his services from Milan.

The outstanding Mali international is believed to be a top target for Manchester United this summer after impressing against The Red Devils in the UEFA Champions League.

However, as he prepares for Lyon's clash with PSV Eindhoven, the 24-year-old has revealed Milan are also determined to snap him up.

"I can say nothing," he told Gazzetta dello Sport.

"But, yes, I know. It's true that maybe there is something and being aware that I am interesting for Milan really flatters me.

"But I must think of the match."

Diarra is under contract until 2009 but the French champions are likely to sell if they receive a massive offer for the former Vitesse Arnhem ace.

Milan have been watching Diarra and Lyon team-mate Cris closely and will be monitoring his performance against PSV on Tuesday.