Inter Milan to make swap bid for Real Madrid's Figo

Inter Milan are being linked with a sensational swap bid for Real Madrid ace Luis Figo.

Well aware that Real have so far not made any sign of offering the Portuguese star a new contract, Inter supremo Massimo Moratti is ready to pounce for Figo ahead of the summer transfer window.

Controcampo says Moratti has discussed with his fellow directors about offering midfielders Cristiano Zanetti and Edgar Davids to Real Madrid in exchange for 32 year-old Figo, who is entering the final 18 months of his current contract.

If Real fail to offer him a new contract extension, Figo is also expected to attract concrete offers from Premiership giants Manchester United and Liverpool.

United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has been a long-time admirer of Figo's and is convinced his form this season shows he still has at least two years of top football left in his ageing legs.

Liverpool's Spanish manager Rafa Benitez is also keen, as he sees Figo as the man to succeed an underperforming Harry Kewell in his midfield.