AC Milan eyeing James Rodriguez as Hakan Calhanoglu replacement?

Everton midfielder James Rodriguez is being considered by AC Milan as a replacement for Hakan Calhanoglu, according to a report.

Milan were rocked last month when Calhanoglu joined bitter rivals Inter Milan on a free transfer, ending his four-year spell with the Rossoneri.

Stefano Pioli's men have already moved to bring in Sandro Tonali this summer, but an attack-minded midfielder is now required to fill the void left by Calhanoglu.

Spanish outlet Marca claims that Rodriguez, who endured a tough first campaign at Everton following a positive start, is one possible option to replace the Turkey international.

Rodriguez, who featured 26 times for the Toffees in 2020-21, was left out of Colombia's Copa America squad and is back on Merseyside undergoing pre-season training.

Real Madrid's Isco is rumoured to be another player on Milan's radar ahead of the new season.