Inter Milan is navigating a challenging transfer market as they work to sell off surplus players and generate funds. The club has managed to secure around €11 million from the sales of Facundo Satriano and Lucien Agoumé, excluding potential future bonuses and sell-on percentages. These funds will be reinvested in the squad, with a focus on strengthening the defense. Coach Simone Inzaghi is specifically looking for a left-footed central defender, which would allow Carlos Augusto to play as a winger while they await the return of the injured Buchanan.
The management aims to target a young talent for this position, with two players currently on their radar: Brazilian Renan and Croatian Mauro Perkovic. These are the two main targets to keep an eye on, with possible updates expected soon following an upcoming friendly match in Pisa. Meanwhile, sporting director Piero Ausilio is finalizing the exits of Satriano and Agoumé. The deal with Brest for Satriano is nearly complete for €6 million plus bonuses, pending the player’s approval, as he initially favored a different opportunity. Agoumé is also close to leaving, with Sevilla reportedly offering more than previously thought—€5 million plus a 50% sell-on clause.
These two departures are crucial for Inter’s forthcoming transfer strategy. The future of the attack remains linked to the departure of Marko Arnautovic, alongside potential exits for Joaquín Correa and Carboni. Inzaghi has emphasized the need to integrate a new player into the squad. While he is interested in someone like Rodriguez, there is a directive from the club’s ownership to pursue younger prospects.
Inter has moved away from the pursuit of Cabal and is now focused on Renan, who is currently on loan at Internacional but owned by Zenit St. Petersburg, with a valuation around €20 million. This figure exceeds what Inter is willing to spend, as President Beppe Marotta and Ausilio are aiming for a more cost-effective investment similar to last year’s acquisition of Bisseck, who is now considered invaluable.
Perkovic, a 2003-born talent from Dinamo Zagreb, is another player being monitored. Capable of playing both as a central defender and left-back, his price tag is estimated at around €7 million, making him a more feasible option. Ausilio is keeping an open venue to finalize a deal in mid-August, but only after further discussions with Inzaghi.
It’s evident that Inzaghi is thinking of immediate needs, similar to last year when he pushed for Cuadrado, a player who became unavailable due to injury. While Rodriguez would offer a quick solution, the current ownership prefers young, promising players like Renan and Perkovic, who have the potential to grow within the squad. This approach aligns with the previous successes of Bisseck and Asllani, who are both progressing well within the team.
Overall, Inter must find a balance between present needs and future aspirations, focusing on creating value for potential player trading. With new funds available, the club is positioned to invest in young talent that can contribute to both immediate success and long-term sustainability.