Montoya could leave Inter in January - Mancini

Inter head coach Roberto Mancini says he will not stand in Martin Montoya's way should the full-back ask to leave in January.

The 24-year-old moved to San Siro on a season-long loan from Barcelona but has only made his first appearances for the club in the past week in the wins over Udinese and Cagliari.

Montoya's agent admitted earlier this month that the defender was "sad" with his lack of involvement at Inter and Mancini has said he could allow the player to leave if he makes it clear he wants guaranteed first-team football.

"He can leave in January if he doesn't find this situation suitable for himself," Mancini said after Tuesday's win over Cagliari. "Now he has played, proving he can be part of the team, but it's up to him.