Inter are set to compete with Milan for Torino midfielder Samuele Ricci, as they have reportedly identified the Italy international as a possible replacement for Hakan Calhanoglu, in case the latter departs next summer.
The Nerazzurri are keeping close tabs on the 22-year-old’s development, with Milan also interested in the player and recently said to have opened talks with his agents.
Ricci on Inter’s radar: move depending on either Frattesi or Calhanoglu
According to Calciomercato.com, Inter’s primary plan entails targeting the Granata midfield keystone in the event of a lucrative offer for the Turkish star at the end of the season, after already turning down a potential interest from Bayern Munich last summer.
However, should Davide Frattesi leave the San Siro during the final days of the January transfer window, Inter could make an offer for Ricci sooner.
Milan are also tracking the young Italian, which could prompt an exciting transfer battle between the two clubs.
Aware of the growing interest in their gem, Torino have recently extended Ricci’s contract until 2028 but have agreed to sell him for a fee of €20-25 million should the right offer come in.
As both clubs continue to monitor the former Empoli talent, the upcoming weeks could prove crucial in determining whether he stays with Torino until the summer or makes an early switch to one of the Serie A giants.
Milan would be a career suicide for him, they have more faith in foreign players & will be a benchwarmer. Come to Inter, let Barella, Mikhi, Calha & Dimarco guide you. Forza Inter !