"Nigel De Jong, much to the satisfaction of the Milan faithful, is now one of our players," the Serie A side said on its website (www.acmilan.com). "He is an important signing for the team." The 27-year-old midfielder, who joined Manchester City in 2009, was in the final year of his contract. (For more sports news and updates, follow Ahram Online Sports on Twitter at@AO Sportsand on Facebook atAhramOnlineSports)