AC Milan midfielder Kevin-Prince Boateng thinks that controversial Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez will be a "perfect" signing for the Italian side.

The Serie A club were believed to be in talks with the Argentina international, but have recently claimed that they are only seeking a loan move for the 27-year-old.

"We need someone like Carlitos," the Daily Mail quotes Boateng as saying. "Tevez would be perfect for Milan. He is fast, knows how to defend and is aggressive.

"I think the San Siro wants a player like this. It is not for me to decide, though. Tevez could also act as a playmaker, or play on the left or right."

The frontman remains in Argentina after flying out to South America last month without Man City's permission.