Just when AC Milan thought things could not get any worse reports in Russia are suggesting that January transfer target Keisuke Honda could now sign a new contract with CSKA Moscow.

After a first defeat to Napoli at the San Siro in 27 years and then having to claw back a two goal deficit to draw 3-3 with Bologna on Wednesday night fuelled more criticism of their early season form continued this would be another blow to the Rossoneri.

The Japanese international was expected to become Milan’s marquee signing during the winter transfer window after the club chose to wait for the 27-year-olds contract to expire, however, according to Izvestia he is thought to be considering CSKA’s offer.

Although believed to have agreed to the switch to Serie A the Russian double winners offer of a reported €2.5 million a year plus bonuses now provides an additional complication to his proposed move to Italy.

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