Alessio Cerci eyes Champions League football

Torino midfielder Alessio Cerci has stressed that he would strongly consider joining a Champions League club during the January transfer window.

The 26-year-old winger, who has previously been linked with Manchester United, had been tipped to seal a transfer away from the Stadio Olimpico in the summer.

However, when asked about the possibility of a switch next month, Cerci told TMW: "I feel ready for the Champions League [and] I have matured. I think it's the right time to make the leap. I want to get there, even before the World Cup."

The Italian international has scored nine goals so far this season.