Calciomercato Inter LIVE - Nuova offerta per Spence? La Roma pensa a Luis Henrique

Monday, August 10

10:00 PM - Inter is still in the market for a right-winger. According to Marchetti (Sky), Spence is back in fashion. Tottenham has lowered their post-World Cup asking price, making him a relevant name again. Nico Gonzalez also remains a target. It's possible both could arrive, as Luis Henrique might leave. Inter is asking for €30 million for Henrique. If this deal goes through, Inter could sign a more defensive player like Spence and a more offensive one like Nico Gonzalez. The Moussa Diaby deal seems stalled, with Al-Ittihad not open to a player exchange. If Luis Henrique departs, Inter would sign two wingers.

9:11 PM - Romano on Spence: "If Spence's departure conditions change, Inter remains very attentive. Currently, there is no offer from another club for Spence. Inter must be kept in the race if the conditions for his exit change. Inter is in constant contact regarding Spence, and I wouldn't rule out an Inter offer in the coming days to gauge the feasibility of this operation."

8:00 PM - According to Sky Sport, Roma is interested in Luis Henrique. Inter is asking for €30 million to sell the Brazilian winger, who is also being monitored by Premier League clubs.

5:30 PM - The pursuit of Moussa Diaby for Inter is not over yet, despite recent rumors of the French winger returning to the Bundesliga. Bayer Leverkusen wants to bring him back, but they haven't made a decisive move yet. The situation remains fluid, as Al-Ittihad, his current club from 2024, has not yet decided whether to greenlight his sale. According to Sportitalia, there's an internal division within the Saudi club between coach Jens Wissing, who wants to keep him, and the management, who would welcome his departure. Developments could occur after the Asian Champions League qualifying playoff. Inter remains vigilant, with the main hurdle being salary allocation.

2:27 PM - A new potential twist in the race for Moussa Diaby. Bayer Leverkusen has been working diligently to bring the Al-Ittihad winger back to Germany, but the operation risks becoming complicated due to reasons unrelated to Inter's competition. According to BILD, the serious injury sustained by Roger Fernandes, who tore his ACL, could completely alter the Saudi club's plans. Bayer had reached an agreement with Diaby on a contract valid until the summer of 2031. Negotiations with Al-Ittihad were also in an advanced stage, with only the final transfer fee left to be decided. The problem is that Roger Fernandes was considered Diaby's natural replacement in the Saudi squad. His serious knee injury will keep him out for several months. Diaby's importance to Al-Ittihad's plans has therefore increased, and it's no longer a certainty that the club will allow him to leave.

Inter is inevitably following this situation closely, considering Diaby one of the prime candidates to strengthen Cristian Chivu's right flank. Bayer remains ahead due to the agreement already reached with the player, but an eventual halt from Al-Ittihad could reopen the race completely. Inter is observing developments, waiting to see if a new opportunity might arise for the Nerazzurri.

12:30 PM - Curtis Jones's absence from Liverpool's last friendly was not overlooked. The official explanation from Iraola was a hip issue, and it was preferred to rest him rather than risk him in a "pointless" context. However, Liverpool has a different interpretation, seeing it as a premature farewell, and it's hard to dispute their impression given Jones's on-field altercations with teammates in the previous friendly. Regardless, the relationship between Inter and Liverpool remains unchanged. The player has already rejected the first renewal offer, and it seems no further offers will be presented, at least for now. Liverpool's asking price remains unchanged at €40 million, as it was at the start of the transfer window.

Inter's main problem, however, remains numerical. Even if Inter could find €40 million, this transfer cannot happen until Frattesi and Asllani leave the club. This would leave Inter with the wages of two surplus players, exceeding the salary cap directives set by Oaktree.

12:22 PM - Fabrizio Romano has provided an update on Inter's right-wing situation. According to the renowned transfer expert, Inter is currently trailing in the race for the Frenchman, with Leverkusen reportedly willing to offer more money. Spence's name is still worth considering.

"Regarding Diaby, we'll have to see what happens with Leverkusen. Inter also believes the Germans are ahead. The German club, moreover, already has a basic agreement with the player and has approached his club, expressing the possibility of paying more for the transfer fee than Inter was willing to offer. For Inter's winger, I'd still keep Spence in mind because, if Romero doesn't arrive, Inter's investment could shift to a winger. If Spence's price drops in the coming weeks, I wouldn't rule out a renewed interest."

Sunday, August 9

10:00 PM - As reported by Fabrizio Romano, there is still a significant gap between Inter and Liverpool regarding Curtis Jones. The Englishman remains a target for the Nerazzurri this summer, but the Reds are firm on their €40 million asking price, a figure Inter is still far from.

9:45 AM - Inter continues to work on completing Cristian Chivu's squad and keeps Curtis Jones's name alive. The Liverpool midfielder is particularly appreciated by the coach for his versatility; he can play as a mezzala, central midfielder, attacking midfielder, and even defensively when needed. The Reds value him at around €40 million, a significant sum given his contract expires in 2027. The future of Aleksandar Stankovic, who had a positive pre-season tour, could be decisive in financing the operation. Inter has already rejected a €40 million offer from Brentford, but a higher offer could reopen negotiations and provide resources for the pursuit of Jones.

Saturday, August 8

11:25 AM - Inter continues to assess potential reinforcements for the right flank following Denzel Dumfries's departure. The wing is one of the areas the Nerazzurri management might still intervene in, although Cristian Chivu is meanwhile seeking alternative solutions within the squad. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the primary target remains Moussa Diaby, but the coach is currently making do by trying Andy Diouf in a wider role than the French midfielder usually occupies. This choice does not exclude the arrival of a new winger. Among the profiles being monitored is Moussa Diaby, currently at Al-Ittihad. The Frenchman was already tracked by the Nerazzurri during the winter window, and his name remains on the management's shortlist. Diaby can offer speed and unpredictability on the wing, characteristics considered useful to complement Chivu's available options. However, Bayer Leverkusen, where Diaby previously played, also remains vigilant regarding the French winger. Inter continues to observe the situation without accelerating. The priority remains understanding the conditions and costs of the operation, while Chivu continues his tactical experiments with Diouf.

10:00 AM - Davide Frattesi's future could be decisive for Inter's transfer market. As reported by Tuttosport, Cristian Chivu continues to push for Curtis Jones, the Liverpool midfielder who was already followed with great interest during the winter window. In January, the operation didn't take off precisely because Frattesi did not move to Nottingham Forest. The scenario is now similar: to make space in the squad and secure the necessary resources, Inter must first sell the Roman midfielder and Kristjan Asllani.

Inter's initial asking price for Frattesi remains around €30 million, but an offer of approximately €25 million including bonuses could convince Inter to give the green light. No decisive proposals have arrived from the Premier League yet, while Napoli and Roma, who were interested in the past, have not concretely reopened negotiations. Juventus remains in the background, where Frattesi is highly regarded by Luciano Spalletti and Carnevali. So far, the clubs have ruled out swap deals, first with Cambiaso and then with Nico Gonzalez, but new scenarios could emerge in the final weeks of the market. A loan with an option to buy is also not to be excluded.

Inter has reportedly offered €35 million including bonuses for Jones, while Liverpool is asking for €40 million. The contract expiry in 2027 could facilitate a compromise. However, Chivu first awaits departures. The search for a new right-winger also remains a priority in the market, while in defense, the Romero track appears to have faded.

Friday, August 7

11:15 AM - Cristian Romero is increasingly distant from Inter. The Argentine defender is moving more and more towards Atletico Madrid. The Colchoneros will soon present a new offer to Tottenham, and according to Fabrizio Romano, Inter is now 95% out of the race for "Cuti." The failure to sell Pavard has stalled the operation with Spurs.

Thursday, August 6

1:30 PM - Djed Spence continues to be the Nerazzurri management's preferred choice. After analyzing all potential profiles, from Doué to Perisic, none have fully satisfied or fit the club's parameters. Tottenham is asking for €40 million, a high price, perhaps too high, but Spence fits Chivu's profile perfectly.

Wednesday, August 5

1:45 PM - The pursuit of Cristian Romero for Inter risks becoming complicated. Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirms the latest reports from Spain, which indicate that Atletico Madrid has made strong advances for the 28-year-old Argentine central defender who is leaving Tottenham after five years: "There is still no agreement between Romero and Inter on salary. As of today, the Nerazzurri are not proceeding with the contract, and the Colchoneros are preparing an offer for the Argentine defender."

1:30 PM - Inter is playing for time on the Romero front; there is no definitive agreement yet to bring the Tottenham central defender to Italy. In this stalemate, Atletico Madrid is trying to insert itself. According to the Spanish newspaper Marca, the Colchoneros have already secured the player's willingness to transfer and are now preparing an offer in the region of €30 million to also convince Spurs. The pillar of vice-world champion Argentina has never hidden his desire to play under Simeone's guidance.

11:30 AM - Primarily used as a deep-lying playmaker in pre-season, awaiting Hakan Calhanoglu's return, Aleksandar Stankovic continues to be a target for several foreign clubs. In particular, in the last few hours, the Nerazzurri management has received an offer of €40 million from Brentford. However, the response was negative, as after bringing him back by exercising the buy-back clause (€23 million, compared to the €10 million received for his sale to Club Brugge twelve months earlier), Inter's intention is to rely on him decisively.

9:45 AM - Inter continues to insist on Cuti Romero. According to Corriere dello Sport, the agreement with the player is total for a contract of €5.5 million per season. Before closing the operation, the Pavard situation still needs to be resolved. The Frenchman's departure is crucial for Inter to reach a definitive agreement. The agreement with Tottenham has been in place for days; they are now awaiting offers for Pavard to proceed with the final closing of the deal.

Tuesday, August 4

8:10 PM - In recent days, there has been talk of Mateo Kovacic's possible return to Inter, over 10 years after his move to Real Madrid in 2015. However, this eventuality has been denied by the 32-year-old Croatian midfielder: "I haven't perceived any doubt from them. I spoke with them and also with the coach, and they told me they were counting on me, which was important for me to hear. Now, as I said, it's always up to us players to show our best version because if we play well, the coach will prioritize us."

And the new Manchester City coach, Enzo Maresca, also explained: "Mateo is our player. As long as he's here, he'll try to give his best. It's my duty to try and help players give their best. If he's here, I'm happy, and we'll continue working with him." Inter continues its search for a right-winger to succeed the departing Denzel Dumfries, who moved to Real Madrid for his €20 million release clause.

10:00 AM - One of the players monitored by the Nerazzurri club in this scenario is Moussa Diaby, an attacking player for Al Ittihad, who was also a target for Inter during the winter transfer window. Now, compared to January, Inter intends to try to leverage a player – either Benjamin Pavard or Kristjan Asllani – to reduce the fee required for the Saudi club and bring the player to Milan. However, news from Germany, specifically from BILD, indicates an advanced negotiation between the player's entourage and Bayer Leverkusen, the team that 'made him great' before his move to Saudi Arabia. Further information concerns the economic plan of the operation: the German club could finalize his purchase for less than the €30 million initially requested by Al-Ittihad; the player could accept a gross salary offer of €6 million, less than half of what he currently earns in the Middle East. In the coming hours, it will become clear how serious Bayer Leverkusen's interest is in their former fan favorite and what countermeasures Inter might take to react to this development.

Monday, August 3

4:45 PM - In his latest YouTube video, journalist Fabrizio Romano provides an update on Cristian Romero's situation: "The timing of this operation is extremely important and should not be underestimated. It's not certain that there will be enough time to sign Cristian Romero, to wait until the 20th, 25th, or 30th of August. It's possible, it cannot be ruled out, but today the feeling is that other clubs abroad are also starting to sniff out the opportunity to sign him, especially after the exceptional World Cup he had following a difficult season with the English club. Inter is economically ready to close, in the sense that Tottenham would accept the conditions proposed a few weeks ago. The player has shown openness to Inter, under the same economic conditions as Tottenham (€6 million, including bonuses). Now it's up to Inter; Oaktree must decide whether to give the green light, with sales being a factor. For the go-ahead, these events must intertwine."

3:00 PM - Inter has practically closed the Romero operation. The Nerazzurri are ready to pay €40 million including bonuses to Tottenham, while the player, who would sign a four-year deal, would receive a salary of approximately €5.5 million per year. Everything is verbally agreed; now it's up to Inter, who strongly want the defender but are awaiting a significant sale, not necessarily Pavard.

8:50 AM - Inter is once again considering Moussa Diaby to strengthen its attacking flanks. The Nerazzurri club has reportedly requested new information on the 1999-born player, currently at Al Ittihad, confirming a technical appreciation that emerged in the past. According to Sky Sport, the Frenchman's profile is liked for his speed, dribbling ability, and versatility. Diaby can play on either wing and would be an ideal solution to increase unpredictability and depth in Cristian Chivu's squad.

The inquiry demonstrates the management's desire to explore the market for a winger capable of raising the team's level. The player possesses different characteristics compared to the current squad members and could provide greater incisiveness in one-on-one situations. However, at the moment, a formal negotiation with Al-Ittihad has not yet begun. The main difficulty lies in his salary in Saudi Arabia, which is unlikely to be sustainable for Inter's economic parameters and, more generally, for Italian clubs. Should the inquiry turn into a concrete attempt, the first hurdle to overcome would be covering his wages. A significant reduction from the player or financial participation from Al-Ittihad would be required. Inter will continue to monitor the situation, ready to evaluate any openings in the coming weeks. The technical appreciation is evident, but financial sustainability remains paramount. Diaby remains a fascinating idea, but still far from becoming a concrete operation.

Sunday, August 2

11:35 AM - Inter enters the decisive phase of the transfer market with several players still set to depart. Among the main ones is Benjamin Pavard, whose future could be linked to Cristian Romero's potential arrival, but the priority lies mainly in the midfield. Cristian Chivu wants to work with seven midfielders, and after Ebenezer Akinsanmiro's departure, the futures of Kristjan Asllani, Yanis Massolin, and Davide Frattesi are yet to be decided. As highlighted by Il Corriere dello Sport, Frattesi's sale would bring Inter the greatest economic return. The former Sassuolo player continues to have several suitors, and his departure would allow the Nerazzurri not only to reduce the squad size but also to free up resources to pursue Curtis Jones.

Liverpool continues to value the English midfielder at around €40 million, but his contract expiring in 2027 could play in Inter's favor as the weeks go by. The club does not want to rush and is confident that the August market could shift the balance of negotiations. In parallel, Inter continues to monitor Sebastiano Esposito's situation, currently at Cagliari. The Nerazzurri have retained a 40% sell-on clause for the striker, so any sale would provide new resources to reinvest in the market.

9:48 AM - Davide Frattesi continues his pre-season preparation with Inter, but his future at the club is far from certain. As reported by Gazzetta dello Sport, the midfielder has given his all during the training camp in Germany and is doing the same on the tour in the East, despite his story with the club seemingly coming to an end. Frattesi's departure could, however, have a significant impact on Inter's next transfer moves. The midfielder remains one of the players with the most market interest, and his sale would allow the club to free up space and resources for a new midfield signing. The name at the top of Cristian Chivu's list is Curtis Jones. The English midfielder has already expressed his desire to move to Inter, but Liverpool continues to demand €45 million, making the operation particularly complex. Frattesi's departure could therefore be decisive in unlocking the deal.

Inter would then have the opportunity to monetize an important sale and, at the same time, bring in the midfielder with different characteristics requested by Chivu. It remains to be seen if notable offers will arrive in the coming weeks, as Inter does not intend to sell its player at a discount.

Saturday, August 1

1:30 PM - The sale of Akinsanmiro to Monza is official. The Nigerian midfielder transfers to Brianza on loan with an obligation to buy under easy conditions. This is an overall operation worth €7.5 million, with Inter also retaining a 10% sell-on fee for the player.

10:44 AM - The negotiation to bring Cristian Romero to Inter enters its decisive phase. According to ESPN Argentina via journalist Leo Paradizo, the Nerazzurri club and Tottenham have reached a verbal agreement for the transfer of the Argentine defender for €40 million. This is an important step after weeks of contact and after Piero Ausilio publicly confirmed Inter's interest in the centre-back.

Spurs had started with a request of around €50 million, but the Nerazzurri club managed to reduce the gap, reaching the figure they had identified as their limit for the operation. The formula could include a fixed amount accompanied by bonuses. However, the deal cannot yet be considered concluded. According to the Argentine source, a definitive agreement between Inter and Romero is still missing. The upcoming talks will serve to define salary, contract duration, and bonuses in the new agreement. The defender had already shown openness to a move to Milan, but definitive approval must be obtained before proceeding with the final steps. Inter, in the meantime, can manage the situation without particular pressure after having already strengthened the defense with John Stones, who arrived on a free transfer.

After finding common ground with Tottenham, Marotta and Ausilio are called to the final step: to definitively convince Romero and transform the verbal agreement with the English club into the operation that could provide Chivu with another top-level centre-back.

9:19 AM - Curtis Jones continues to place Inter at the top of his preferences. The English midfielder's expressed appreciation for John Stones's arrival is a further indication of the relationship built with the Nerazzurri club, which had already tried to bring him to Milan in the last January transfer window without success due to timing and market fitting issues. The situation has changed during the summer, writes Il Corriere dello Sport. With his contract expiring in 2027, Liverpool is no longer willing to consider a loan and continues to ask for around €40 million for the player's transfer fee. Inter made initial inquiries on lower financial terms but found no openings. For this reason, Marotta and Ausilio have decided to wait for the coming weeks, confident that the Reds might lower their demands to avoid getting too close to the contract expiry date.

Jones, for his part, continues to wait for the Nerazzurri. The midfielder has reportedly rejected interest from Nottingham Forest and has not changed his mind even after Iraola's arrival on the Liverpool bench. However, before making a decisive move, Inter will need to trim its midfield with the departures of Yanis Massolin and, more importantly, Davide Frattesi, following the already defined departure of Akinsanmiro. Cristian Chivu considers Jones the ideal profile to increase the quality and versatility of the midfield. However, Inter's market remains tied to operations for the right-winger and the pursuit of Cristian Romero. Before finalizing new acquisitions, space must be created in the squad and financial resources freed up. August will therefore be the decisive month to transform the mutual appreciation between Jones and Inter into concrete negotiations.

Friday, July 31

2:15 PM - The free transfer signing of John Stones puts Inter in a strong position in the negotiation with Tottenham for Cristian Romero. According to Sportmediaset, the English club has lowered its demands for the Argentine defender, who is set to leave Spurs after five seasons. Inter remains in contention for "Cuti" because they can no longer push their luck from London. This is the strategy. The initial asking price is still considered high, around €40 million, but time will tell. If it goes through, it will only be at a fair price.

11:45 AM - Curtis Jones remains Inter's primary target to further strengthen an already competitive midfield. According to The Athletic, through intermediaries, the Nerazzurri club has reactivated contacts with Liverpool, expressing its willingness to pay €35 million to secure him. This is a significantly increased figure to approach the English club's demands, but not enough to convince them. Considering his contract expires in eleven months, their valuation is higher. In essence, the Reds would prefer to lose him for free in a year rather than sell him now for a fee considered not commensurate with his value.

9:45 AM - Inter's dream for the defense, after signing Stones on a free transfer, remains Romero. However, as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, the track remains very complicated due to the very high costs, not only for the negotiation with Tottenham but also for the player's salary, which is not that low, as he doesn't want less than he earns at Tottenham. Pavard's departure, however, could help the Nerazzurri, although no concrete offers have arrived yet.

Thursday, July 30

10:38 AM - After the arrival of John Stones, Inter is focusing its attention on the midfield. Cristian Chivu's preferred profile remains Curtis Jones, appreciated for his technique and versatility. Liverpool values the player at €40 million, while the Nerazzurri have proposed €25 million. The negotiation could reopen in August, but some departures are needed first. Akinsanmiro is close to Monza, while the futures of Asllani, Massolin, and Frattesi are yet to be decided. Frattesi's departure, in particular, could free up space for Jones, who is considered the ideal reinforcement to complete the midfield.

Wednesday, July 29

9:00 PM - The first surplus player offloaded by the Nerazzurri management is Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, who is close to moving to Monza. Gianluca Di Marzio of Sky Sport reports: "Akinsanmiro to Monza is done. €7.5 million plus 10% of future resale."

3:38 PM - Although Diouf is working very well, Inter would like to sign a right-winger. Spence and Doué are the names circulating, but in recent hours, Michael Olabode Kayode seems to have re-emerged prominently. The Italian, born in 2004, plays in the Premier League for Brentford, where he was a key player last season with 37 appearances, 1 goal, and 1 assist. He is the player everyone would like to see in Roberto Mancini's new national team, and he probably will be. The English club is not even starting negotiations for less than €30 million, asking for at least €35 million. These are the figures in the market now, and at this point, the Nerazzurri directors would prefer to focus on the Italian talent. A perfect profile for the line dictated by Oaktree.

2:00 PM - Chivu wants Curtis Jones, and Inter is reportedly working to give the coach his seventh midfielder. There are currently 10 in training, but 4 are set to leave, leaving 6 in the squad.