Source: Daily_Mail
Thiago Silva the trump card as AC Milan tempt David Luiz into snubbing Manchester City and Chelsea
AC Milan have a secret weapon in their bid to sign Brazil centre half David Luiz ahead of Manchester City and Chelsea. [LNB]The Italian giants are reportedly using the Benfica defender's compatriot and close friend Thiago Silva to tempt Luiz into a move to the San Siro. [LNB]It is believed that the Portuguese champions are ready to cash in on the 23-year-old this winter after failing to progress in the Champions League. [LNB] You'll like it here: Silva (left) has been handed the task of twisting Luiz's arm[LNB]Bids are expected to start at about £25million - an amount City were prepared to pay in the summer - but Milan hope more than money will turn the player's head. [LNB]Silva chose Italy when there was interest from Chelsea last year and the former Fluminense defender has been bending Luiz's ear on Milan's behalf, according to Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport. [LNB]Serie A's most decorated side already have a good relationship with Benfica, especially as former Rossoneri midfielder Rui Costa is the club's sporting director.[LNB] Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti has also confirmed his admiration for Luiz, who is believed to be unhappy at the Lisbon club and refusing to discuss a contract extension. [LNB] Chelsea and City on alert as Benfica prepare to cash in on wantaway Luiz Mrs Thiago Silva has bad news for Chelsea as wife refuses to leave MilanMission accomplished! Departing Arnesen predicts bright Blues future Tottenham line up shock loan move for wantaway Man City striker AdebayorCHELSEA FC
