Ambrosini interested in Napoli link

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04/18/2009 - Milan, Italy (Sportsbook Betting Lines) - AC Milan midfielder Massimo Ambrosini would consider a summer move to Napoli, according to his agent.

The 31-year-old still has another year left on his current contract at the San Siro, but has been linked with a move away from the Rossoneri in the coming months.

Ambrosini's agent, Moreno Roggi, told Radio Kiss Kiss: "Anything is possible for Massimo.

"All doors are open, but I do think it is unlikely that he will be leaving Milan because he has another year on his contract.

"It's nice to hear talk of Napoli - the more talk the better - but that isn't a possibility right now.

"However, Napoli are a great club and Massimo is a great player, so why not?"

(Courtesy of sportbox.tv)

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