Inter Milan are eyeing a move for Manchester City defender Micah Richards, according to a report.

Injuries plagued the 25-year-old last season as he was limited to just seven appearances for the Citizens.

City are reportedly interested in offering Richards a new contract but Inter are hoping the competition for places at the Etihad Stadium turns the defender's head and forces him to consider a future away from the club, reports The Sun.

Richards has made over 200 appearances since making his debut for City in 2005.