Inter Milan is navigating the complex waters of the transfer market with a clear objective: generate significant funds through player sales. The club aims to raise approximately €50 million by offloading several individuals deemed surplus to requirements. This financial maneuver is critical, not merely for balancing the books under financial parameters – particularly following previous expenditures – but specifically to enable further investments in the squad.
The necessity for sales stems from earlier substantial outlays this window. Inter has already committed over €60 million on acquiring talent such as Sucic, Luis Henrique, and Bonny, alongside making Zalewski`s move permanent. With financial guidelines to adhere to, any significant new additions must now be financed by player departures. The primary target requiring this financial injection is reportedly Parma defender Giovanni Leoni, valued in the €30-35 million bracket.
Consequently, the club has identified six players who could be on their way out. Contrary to earlier speculation, Yann Bisseck is not among this group, with Inter now keen to retain his services. The six players earmarked for potential sales are Aleksandar Stankovic, Sebastiano Esposito, Tajon Buchanan, Krstjan Asllani, Mehdi Taremi, and Tomas Palacios.
Players in the Shop Window
Current market activity suggests that Aleksandar Stankovic, Sebastiano Esposito, and Tajon Buchanan are the most likely candidates for an immediate move. Club Brugge is reportedly showing serious interest in Stankovic, with a valuation around €10 million; Inter is pushing for a buy-back clause in any potential deal. Buchanan is linked with Sassuolo, valued at approximately €8 million, where Inter also hopes to include a buy-back option. Meanwhile, Sebastiano Esposito is attracting attention from both Fiorentina and Cagliari, with the latter reportedly submitting an offer of €7 million plus a percentage of any future resale.
The situation surrounding Krstjan Asllani appears less defined. Valued between €18-20 million, the former Empoli midfielder reportedly prefers to remain in Italy, despite interest from Real Betis. Serie A clubs Bologna and Fiorentina are also mentioned as potential destinations. Mehdi Taremi`s future is similarly uncertain, with Inter hoping to secure a sale around €10 million. Fulham and Besiktas are among the clubs linked with the forward. Finally, Tomas Palacios, following a less-than-ideal loan spell at Monza, is expected to be moved on, likely via another temporary deal.
The strategy is unambiguous: generate approximately €50 million from these various transactions. This capital is essential to provide Coach Simone Inzaghi with the necessary resources to finalize the squad and bring in desired reinforcements before the transfer window closes. It’s a familiar tightrope walk for many top clubs, balancing ambition with financial realities, and Inter`s summer hinges on successfully executing these planned exits.
