Inter Milan Transfer Plans Take Shape Ahead of Serie A Season
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- Inter Milan is actively seeking a robust defensive midfielder to pair with Nicolo Barella.
- Piotr Zielinski’s future at Inter remains uncertain amid injury setbacks and squad competition.
- Morten Frendrup of Genoa stands out as Inter’s top midfield target, known for his ball recovery skills.
- Mandela Keita of Parma is another strong contender, recommended directly by coach Cristian Chivu.
Inter’s midfield is crowded but lacking a true ball-winning enforcer, a role Zielinski was expected to fill before injuries slowed him down. At 31 and carrying a hefty wage, Zielinski could become expendable if a good offer arrives. While interest from other leagues, including Saudi Arabia, exists, nothing concrete is on the table yet. The club is keeping options open, focused on landing a player capable of injecting energy and resilience into their 3-4-2-1 setup.
Enter Morten Frendrup from Genoa, a standout candidate who led Serie A last season in ball recoveries. The Danish midfielder fits the profile Chivu demands: tough, relentless, and tactically disciplined. Inter has long tracked Frendrup and even discussed him during talks involving other Genoa players like Valentin Carboni. That said, Genoa isn’t keen on selling easily, their asking price hovers around €20 million, reflecting the player’s importance to their midfield engine.
There’s also Mandela Keita of Parma, a favorite of Chivu’s who has started every game under the Romanian coach except one. Keita’s age and playing style make him a viable alternative to Frendrup, though the price tag remains similar. The dynamics of Inter Milan transfer plans mean these deals won’t happen in isolation; squad management will be key. Outgoings must align with incomings, especially with midfielders who are more attack-minded already in the ranks.
Still, the market remains fluid with four weeks left before Serie A kicks off, and Inter’s transfer plans are far from finished. After the buzz around Lookman, the focus shifts firmly to bolstering the midfield’s defensive spine. Can Chivu really get the muscle he wants? Only time will tell, but for fans keeping an eye on the market, Serie A Predictions will continue to highlight how these moves shape the season ahead.
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