Simone Inzaghi remains steadfast in his pursuit of strengthening Inter’s defense as he faces challenges this season. Speaking to Sky, he reiterated his earlier statements regarding the need for a new defender following the injury to Buchanan. “We have a gap in defense due to Buchanan’s injury,” he noted. “The transfer market is open, and I have strong management backing me, along with an ambitious ownership. We are in talks, and we’ll see if we can bring someone in.”
The profile Inzaghi is looking for is clear: a young left-footed defender from a foreign league. One name that has emerged is Tomas Palacios, a 20-year-old Argentine currently playing for Independiente Rivadavia. Palacios, who has already made five appearances for Argentina’s Under-20 team in 2022, is owned by Talleres. His physical and technical attributes make him a great fit and similar in style to Inter’s current defender Alessandro Bastoni, and he has been on the club’s radar for several weeks.
While the transfer window remains a focus, Inzaghi is also mindful of the upcoming campaign. “This year, our commitment must be even greater,” he said, emphasizing the need for daily improvement and an intense concentration from his players. He added that defending the title comes with its own challenges, a point he has discussed with his squad. Inzaghi reassured fans that the team has retained last year’s squad and added three significant new players, providing the club with solid foundations for the season ahead.
