Monday, April 13, 2009

Milan targeted Tulio Tanaka

Milan could look to Japan in their attempts to strengthen their defence this summer, as Marcus Tulio Tanaka is a possible target.

The 27-year-old, who plays under the name Tulio, is currently plying his trade for J-League outfit Urawa Red Diamonds.

Milan beat the Japanese side during the Club World Cup in 2007, but Tanaka made an impression and has been a transfer objective ever since.

Tulio is most frequently used as a sweeper, but he is also comfortable playing in a holding midfield role.

According to Il Giornale, Milan may be tempted to table a bid this summer as he could be signed for as little as £3m.

Tulio’s mother is Italian, so the Japanese international would count as an EU-player as well as a potential marketing gateway into the lucrative Asian arena.

Press reports suggest that Milan’s other main objectives are Roma star Philippe Mexes and Palermo talent Simon Kjaer.

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