intermilan - fansclub: July 2011

Nagatomo will miss Supercoppa

Gasperini confirmed Nagatomo will now to miss the Supercoppa Italiana in Beijing against Milan next Saturday.

"Unfortunately this was always a risk playing in these tournaments,” Gasperini told the club's website.

“We're definitely going to be without Nagatomo for Beijing so we'll evaluate whether we need to recall some of the players who were given extra leave after the Copa America, which is what we had said and agreed was a possibility."

It is not yet clear if Nagatomo will be available for the start of the new Serie A season which begins on August 27, although it appears certain he will miss Japan's August 10 friendly against Korea.

United had indicated in negotiations with Inter that they were willing to meet the Italian club's €40m valuation of the playmaker.

But Sneijder is holding out for €230,000-a-week, which is beyond the €195,000 wage United want to offer, and the Old Trafford club have told the Serie A giants they can now only pay €27.5m if they are to offer a package attractive enough to capture the 27-year-old.

Talks have stalled as all three parties maintain their stances, although sources in the UK and Italy have told Goal.com that the deal is still alive.

United still want to make Sneijder their showpiece signing of the summer after moves for Luka Modric and Samir Nasri collapsed, while Inter are ready to cash in on a player no longer considered indispensable by new coach Gian Piero Gasperini.

City also enquired about the Holland international but were told that he wants to go to their bitter rivals.

"Sneijder wants to play for Manchester United because of their prestige and tradition, which meant City never really followed up their interest," a source close to the situation told Goal.com. "City were also put off by Inter's asking price, which is also a problem for United because of his salary expectations.

"United have told Inter they will pay €27.5m for Sneijder. Inter have said they want €40m although they could be willing to sell for €35m."

Goal.com revealed earlier this month that Nike, who sponsor Sneijder, Inter and Manchester United, could be prepared to make up the shortfall in wages, but it is unknown whether they will go ahead with such a venture.

Sneijder's future will have a direct bearing on Carlos Tevez's hopes of securing a switch from Etihad Stadium to Serie A.

As revealed by Goal.com, Inter are ready to up their interest in Tevez if they are confident they can secure the funds from Sneijder moving to Old Trafford.

The Argentine's representative Kia Joorabchian was in Milan on Thursday to hold talks with Inter officials. The Serie A club do not have the funds to buy Tevez without first selling one of their prize assets - even if City lower their asking price to £40m - but Inter staff believe the striker will be an ideal fit for the team's new three-striker system.

"We will speak about football and the game with Manchester City, we are not obliged to speak about the market here," Gasperini told the press, as reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, when asked whether they would deal for Tevez.

"I know the media are interested in the market, but we are here to prepare the game. There is plenty of talk, but one reality, Tevez plays for City and the others players who have been talked about play for Inter.

"Wesley Sneijder is here as is Samuel Eto'o and we are here to prepare for the Supercoppa Italiana, not to make our transfer market.

"In any case, the choices are made by the president [Massimo] Moratti, but the fact that great players are here means that Inter are a great team."

Both City and Inter will be taking part in the Dublin Super Cup this weekend and Joorabchian regards the tournament as a perfect opportunity for executives from both clubs to sit down and open negotiations over either a permanent transfer or a loan move for his client.

Tevez remains desperate to leave the Etihad Stadium after two seasons at the club and is back on Inter's radar after the collapse of a proposed €45m return to Brazilian club Corinthians.

As Goal.com revealed on Wednesday, Inter are ready to up their interest in the Argentina international but are first waiting for Manchester United to make a formal bid for €40m-rated playmaker Wesley Sneijder.

The Italian club have a long-term interest in Tevez and believe he will fit into their new three-striker system, but accept they can only afford the 27-year-old if they sanction the sale of Dutch star Sneijder. There have been suggestions that the Italian giants may try to tempt City into allowing Tevez to leave on a one-year loan deal.

Tevez was pictured with Branca while on holiday in Sardinia earlier this month but the Inter executive moved to cool speculation by describing the meeting as “fortuitous” and insisting nothing should be read into it.

Tevez has continually spoken of his desire to leave Manchester, mainly citing his desire to be nearer to his wife and two daughters, who live in Argentina. The former Manchester United man is understood to be open to a move to Europe that might tempt his family to join him or, at the very least, provide direct flights to his homeland.

Aguero, who has signed a deal worth €40m including add-ons, has joined Roberto Mancini's squad as a replacement for Tevez, City's top scorer in the last two campaigns, rather than a strike partner for his compatriot.

City have until now insisted that Tevez's asking price for European suitors is €57m, but the high profile swoop for Aguero is expected to soften their stance.

It is understood that chief executive Garry Cook would sell Tevez, who remains the club's captain, for €51m and possibly even as low as €45m if a buyer is not found by the time the transfer deadline draws near.

Meanwhile, Aguero is expected to make his first appearance in a City shirt this weekend as the Premier League side step up their pre-season preparations in the Dublin Super Cup.

The 23-year-old has signed a five-year contract and will travel to Ireland ahead of games against an Airtricity League XI on Saturday and Inter on Sunday.

The Lega Serie A officials have drawn up the calendar for the 2011-12 season at their headquarters in Milan.

The opening weekend, on August 27 and 28, sees defending champion AC Milan travel to Cagliari, while Inter entertain Lecce and Juventus face a challenge at the Stadio Friuli against Udinese.

The Milan derbies are scheduled to take place on January 14 and May 6, the latter being the penultimate round of the campaign, while the always hot encounters between Lazio and Roma will take place on 16 October and 4 March.

Inter defender Lucio has agreed to sign a new contract which will keep him at the club until 2014, according to reports in Brazil. The veteran centre-back only has one more year on his current contract, which led to speculation he could depart Inter in the summer.

Lucio's current deal expires in 2013, but Becker believes Inter will find an agreement to ensure his client stays beyond the summer.

"Today we were moving slowly and heavily, but we played a decent game and put some good moves together," the 53-year-old is quoted as saying by Inter's official website.

The ex-Velez Sarsfield star, 23, signed with the Italians on the express request of president Massimo Moratti, for a fee of €12 million. Inter beat Arsenal to the signature of the playmaker, who joins compatriots Javier Zanetti, Esteban Cambiasso and Diego Milito in Milan.

Materazzi, a former Italy international who won the World Cup in 2006, made just six starts last season as neither Benitez nor Leonardo believed he warranted a regular role in the centre of defence.

Inter president Massimo Moratti is hoping that Wesley Sneijder stays with the club and does not join Manchester United, but has admitted that the future of his creative midfielder is still unclear.

The Brazil international has been linked with the Spanish outfit since last summer when Jose Mourinho left Inter to take the helm at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Inter will keep the hotly-debated 2006 Scudetto after the FIGC on Tuesday decided there are no legal grounds to revoke it from the Milan-based side and hand it back to Juventus.

Inter defender Davide Santon has expressed his hope of turning round his career at San Siro, after a promising pre-season campaign.

Inter coach Gian Piero Gasperini has expressed his satisfaction with the performances of new arrivals Luc Castaignos and Ricky Alvarez in their first match for the Italian giants.
Castaignos and Alvarez made their unofficial Inter debuts in the 6-1 friendly win over Trentino Team on Thursday and both signings netted during the contest.
"I was really impressed by Castaignos and Alvarez: they both showed good movement. The Dutchman is younger but he knows how to time his runs," Gasperini stated on the club's official website.
"Alvarez will be an important player for this team. He made himself noticed right from the start."
Gasperini then briefly discussed the match in general and stated that the friendly was quite important for him in assessing his squad.
"This first match was useful for me to observe, adjust and add some things. We started well then we lost our shape a bit, partly because of the injuries - though they aren't serious fortunately. We'll keep working hard and try to improve game after game."

The agent of Sao Paulo midfielder Casemiro has flown to Italy to engage in talks with Inter, according to Lancenet.
The Serie A giants have been credited with an interest in the Brazil Under-20 international for the past few weeks as they look to add depth to their midfield.
Casemiro, who has a contract until 2015 with Sao Paulo, has reportedly grown unhappy at the lack of progress over a new deal.
The midfielder is seeking a €500,000-a-year deal, and with Sao Paulo unwilling to go beyond half that figure, the 19-year-old is looking to move on.
Casemiro's agent is currently in Italy, where he spoke with Inter, and it is believed the Italian club will present a formal offer of €14 million in the next few days.

"It was a good start that showed us how much enthusiasm there is in this group and we got to see some of the youngsters. The three-man defence won't be a problem and we're not short of men or ideas for different solutions." Those were Gian Piero Gasperini's first words as he spoke to Sky Sport 24 after the friendly match in which Inter beat Trentino Team 6-1.

The Nerazzurri coach went on to comment on some of the individual performances: "Alvarez made himself noticed right from the start. Sneijder is a marvellous footballer and part of this group; he's come across really well and he's working hard. Nagatomo is great at getting forward, but we need to work on the timing of our movements in the final third. I was really impressed by Castaignos and Alvarez: they both showed good movement. The Dutchman is younger but he knows how to time his runs, and Alvarez will be an important player for this team."

Gasperini then spoke about how he sees the pre-season shaping up: "Our training camp is going well. We're working in ideal conditions every day and we're laying the foundations for a great season. Perhaps there are a few more tactical variations than in the past, but the players have been very receptive."

The coach continued in his post-match press conference: "This first match was useful for me to observe, adjust and add some things. We started well then we lost our shape a bit, partly because of the injuries - though they aren't serious fortunately. We'll keep working hard and try to improve game after game. I must say that everyone has been putting in a lot of effort but you can only improve by playing. The transfer market? We're cut off from all the rumours and the pitch is the only thing that counts."

Now he is officially an Inter player. Brazilian winger Jonathan Cicero Moreira, class of '86, has been signed from Santos. The final documents have been signed and the contract, which means he will be a Nerazzurri player until 30 June 2015, has been deposited in the offices of the Lega Serie A.

Jonathan, who joined the team at Pinzolo on Wednesday 13 July, is following a personal recovery programme on account of a muscle strain he picked up in his last match for Santos.

The host of Japanese reporters in Pinzolo to follow Yuto Nagatomo in the pre-season training camp were waiting for him after the match, when he commented on Inter's friendly: "I only played for one half and I can't really tell what the characteristics of Gasperini's defensive organisation are. What I can say however, is that he takes the smallest details into consideration and I like that very much."

He smiles when asked what it is like to have Thiago Motta as a room-mate: "We get on well together, but every day we have to put up with Sneijder coming and going...[Ed: smiling]."

"No, Pupi is the real captain. I'm just doing my duty and filling in." Interviewed by Inter Channel after the friendly match between Inter and Trentino Team, Dejan Stankovic was keen to stress who the rightful owner of the Nerazzurri captain's armband is: he may have been wearing it today for the first match of the season, but it will be back on Javier Zanetti's arm as soon as he returns from the Copa America.

"We're doing a lot of work but I'm happy. We can't deny it: we started playing differently after about 25 minutes, we weren't always playing as a unit but that will come with time." Asked if this friendly fixture had been a useful test, Deki replied: "Definitely, we got to play together and that always helps you because it's a team game and you learn to read each other's game through habit."

Stankovic also explained how the team would reach peak condition: "We have to work, but I think Gasperini is quite happy: we're all on the same path. He wants to put across his playing philosophy and we are experienced so we'll take it all in quickly as the days pass."

"We're having to knuckle down but it's normal to feel tired in the first few days." Giampaolo Pazzini, the man who opened the scoring in Inter's 6-1 win this afternoon, was speaking to Inter Channel. He also spoke about the match: "The first 20 minutes went well and then the tiredness started to kick in, but as I said that's normal at the moment. We're trying out new things and our play isn't always fluid yet. We still have a lot of work to do to improve all aspects of our game. My position? I often play facing the goal, that's how I like it."

Ricardo Alvarez made an excellent start in his first appearance in a Nerazzurri shirt, netting the team's third and showing a lot of promise. "I'm really pleased," declared the Argentinian midfielder speaking to Sky Sport Italia. "It's a lot of hard work here but everything is great; we're enjoying ourselves."

On his new coach: "Gasperini's game is based on speed: win the ball back immediately and attack your opponents, then get the ball up the pitch and score."
And on his future: "I know I have a lot of responsibility and I hope I can repay Inter for the faith they have showed me. It's nice to be compared to Pastore: he's a great footballer and I hope I can do as well as he has in Italy."

Twenty-four minutes on the pitch for Andrea Ranocchia, who, speaking to Inter Channel after the game, reassured the fans about his substitution: "I'm ok, I just twisted it a bit but it's nothing serious. I think the game went well today. Our legs are a bit heavy with all the work we're doing and we'll need some time to take all the coach's ideas on board, but as we train every day we'll get better and better."

He made just a brief appearance in this afternoon's friendly against Trentino Team - all of 7 minutes - but Joel Obi soon explained the reason for his substitution to Inter Channel: "I had a small cut but I'm fine. It's not even a problem anymore and I'll be back out on the pitch tomorrow." And on his first-team chances: "I'm pleased with the way the season is starting but I have to work harder to force my way into a side full of world-class players."

Manchester United have reached an agreement with Inter about the transfer of Wesley Sneijder. Approved the transfer fee which reached 35.2 million pounds.

The negotiation process was entering the next phase, in which United had the opportunity to discuss the value of the contract with the player.

However, as revealed GOAL.com sources, there are differences in the desire of both parties about the value of salaries. Parties Sneijder wants a salary at least 200 thousand pounds per week, while United only prepared to pay no more than 170 thousand pounds.

Even so, it is believed that the difference of 30 thousand pounds could reach the meeting point in the week.

There is also the problem of club deal, sources claim GOAL.com chief executive David Gill is ready to meet the demand for a set price for Sneijder Inter after a meeting in a few days back.

United also ensure that Gill had gone to Zurich to meet with representatives of Inter in the European Club Association meeting, but sources at Inter Milan claimed Gill had time to yesterday to discuss specifically the transfer of Sneijder.

With the club reached the deal, United's focus now is to come to terms with Sneijder parties around issues of personal contracts.

Sneijder itself today following the pre-season training session at the Inter Pinzolo, Italy. Sneijder still has a contract with Inter until 2015.

Samuel Eto'o last chance at Inter for the season big enough. Still, there is an opportunity to leave Inter.

According to player agent Cameroon, the clubs control Eto'o career to decide whether he will survive or be released to other clubs.

"Honestly, Eto'o and Inter are equally delighted to be working and shall carry on," said Claudio Vigorelli told La Gazzetta dello Sport.

"But it could last as long as no changes occur between now and the end of August. What might change? Inter could have got a great offer for Eto'o, but no one has come this far."

He added that Inter are not looking for a way to take off Eto'o and Eto'o so does not expect to leave the team.

"But in football nothing is certain. If there was an offer to come and club presidents will also discuss with Eto'o, then we'll see how the results later," said Vigorelli.

Manchester United to finish the transfer of Inter Milan playmaker Wesley Sneijder. Delegation of the United to led by directly chief executive David Gill has been flying to Milan for the finalization of the transfer.

The delegation will meet with the director of Inter. They hoped the negotiations could be completed so that Sneijder had joined United.

"United's delegation has arrived in Milan. The meeting both sides also have been done. United is hoping to bring Sneijder. When you reach a price agreement, then transfer it certainly realized," said a source at Inter to GOAL.com.

"The transfer must occur. It's only a matter of time. I'm not sure this negotiation still takes many months," he replied.

Inter technical director Marco Branca previously stated Sneijder will not be sold. However, it is nothing more than a strategy to maintain prices Inter Sneijder. United had been willing to bid price of 35 million pounds.

A Manchester United delegation led by chief executive David Gill has flown to Milan to finalise a deal for Wesley Sneijder.

The United officials arrived in Italy on Tuesday for a first meeting with the Inter directors and remained in Milan on Wednesday as negotiations continue to bring the 27-year-old playmaker to Old Trafford.
Although Inter technical director Marco Branca has insisted that the Dutchman “is not for sale”, Goal.com understands that this is part of the club’s strategy to ensure the player is sold for the maximum fee and if United meet the Italian club’s £35 million valuation then Sneijder will be free to discuss personal terms with the Premier League champions.
Sources close to the negotiations say a resolution could be found as soon as new Inter manager Gian Piero Gasperini has told the Inter hierarchy that he does not see the Holland star as indispensable.
"A delegation of United directors have arrived in Milan and they have already met with a delegation of Inter directors,” an insider told Goal.com. "There was a meeting between both parties.
"United, it seems, are very much intent on taking Sneijder, and if they meet the evaluation then they will get him and the deal will happen.
"This transfer is destined to be resolved, in one way or another, in just a short matter of time. It's in the interests of both parties to come to a resolution soon, and I don't think the talks will drag on for months and months.”

Sneijder believes a move to Old Trafford could offer him the chance to add to an already impressive medal haul which includes domestic titles in Italy, Spain and the Netherlands, in addition to the 2010 Champions League.

The former Real Madrid star has privately indicated that he wants a move to Sir Alex's Ferguson's side, but has not publicly spoken of his desire to leave in order to avoid angering Inter fans. He has a contract at San Siro which expires in 2015 and would be content to see it out if a transfer fails to materialise this summer, hence his reluctance to agitate in public for a move.
Although Sneijder’s wage demands could delay any transfer, given the complexities of signing-on fees and image rights, it is significant that Gasperini, who will field a new 3-4-3 formation next season, is willing to allow the Dutchman to leave so he can bolster his squad in other areas. A top left-back is one of the main priorities for the Inter coach.
"There is no place for Sneijder in Gasperini's 3-4-3,” the source added. “From a technical point of view the player is not considered someone they cannot do without.
"What Branca said is just the Inter transfer strategy. They would rather say Sneijder is not for sale, than confirm he is. It is just a marketing ploy.
"Sneijder is a top level player and so Inter are trying their best not to undersell him or give him away."

The Stadio Pineta in Val Rendena hosted the sixth training session of F.C. Internazionale's 2011 summer training camp this afternoon, after the players were given the morning off. And once more there were plenty of fans in the stands and the adjacent Inter Village, despite a spot of rain.

Gian Piero Gasperini had the players do some ball work in the first part of the session: ball possession drills, tactical practice matches and a final practice match on a small pitch. In the second half of the session, the players carried out aerobic exercises in groups (divided according to individual needs and on the basis of athletic test results) before having a 'recovery' workout in the gym.

Nelson Rivas followed a specific individual programme, while Raffaele Di Gennaro, Ivan Ramiro Cordoba and Thiago Motta all went on with their rehabilitation work.

Jonathan (pictured) spent his first session as a Nerazzurri player having treatment and physiotherapy, after picking up a hamstring injury while at Santos, and is making good progress on the road to recovery.

Inter Milan denied that Wesley Sneijder was heading for Manchester United. The reason is, there is no concrete bid from anywhere, and Inter were not expecting any bids.

Sneijder is continue to be linked with Manchester United who are looking for a replacement midfielder Paul Scholes. Some media claimed that the 'Red Devils' will seal the transfer with the price of 39 million euros.

"Nothing can be updated now," Sain Inter's Technical Director, Marco Branca, about the news as quoted by the Italian Football.

After bring Inter won three titles in the 2009-10 season, Sneijder is rated as one of the best midfielders in Europe. While last season the Nerazzurri 'only' won the Coppa Italia, a positive assessment to Sneijder did not shrink.

"No surprise that Sneijder wanted by other clubs. But we have not received a formal offer and we also do not want a bid," said Branca.

"We knew what we had to do and never had a meeting with his agent. Sneijder Status is not for sale," he added.

"I'm delighted to have this chance to ply my trade here and show what I'm capable of." Those were Jonathan's first words as a Nerazzurri player as he spoke to Inter Channelpaths with Maicon a few times at Cruziero, and Julio Cesar I've met too. Everyone in Brazil says that Inter are a fantastic club and an excellent team. I hope I can contribute in my own way to help the club become even more successful, from the team's pre-season training camp. "I haven't met Lucio yet," said the Brazilian defender, "but I crossed along with all my team-mates."

The Lega Serie A wishes to announce that the sale of tickets for the Italian Super Cup 2011 between AC Milan and Inter is being handled by the organisers of the event, Chinese company UVS (United Vansen International Sports).

UVS has announced that in Italy tickets will be sold through Private Incentive, based in Via Broletto 26, Milan. They can be contacted by phone (+39 02 86996103; +39 02 86995048) or email (supercoppapechino2011@privateincentive.it).

Jonathan Cicero Moreira has arrived at the Nerazzurri's hotel in Pinzolo. He will train with Inter - after being granted permission by Santos - while the final bureaucratic details of the deal are completed.

Branca: "We know what we have to do"

After the media conference in which Inter's latest signings Ricardo Alvarez and Luc Castaignos were presented to the press, Nerazzurri technical director Marco Branca fielded the questions put to him by journalists.

You can read his statements in full here on inter.it:

Can you give us an update on Wesley Sneijder's situation?

"I don't think there's anything to be updated. This is a topic that I think you journalists are very keen on and it's not the least bit surprising that Sneijder might attract interest from other clubs, some of the biggest clubs in the world including ourselves, so there's no update to give."

But there have been some bids made for the player...

"No, there haven't been any concrete offers and we haven't been waiting for any. He's just getting on with his job, as we all are. We have to get through this period, these last 50 days: we know what we have to do, and that's what the situation is."

So you are saying that Sneijder is not for sale?

"That's right, he is not for sale."

Are you surprised to see that Maicon isn't in the Brazil team at the moment?

"No... he's having a rest. He's played so much in recent years and at such a high level that even if he sits out for a few games, I think that can only do him some good, but I don't think he'll be resting for much longer because it's very difficult to leave out a player as good as he is."

"I'm really happy to be here at Inter," were Luc Castaignos's first words as he was presented to the press in Pinzolo. He was accompanied by technical director Marco Branca and vice managing director Stefano Filucchi, who on behalf of Nerazzurri president Massimo Moratti greeted those present and thanked the fans for their support.

Castaignos described his characteristics: "I'm a pacy forward and good at scoring goals. When the midfielders are on the ball I know which position I have to be in and when I should start my run."

He also spoke about the players who are a source of inspiration for him: "My number one idol is Eto'o. Which of my team-mates has impressed me the most? They are all fantastic players but I've been really impressed by Sneijder. He's got so much quality, he's good with both feet and he has this incredible way of playing football. I can learn a lot from these players. Now is the time to put myself to the test, in what I think is the best club in the world."

From Luc Castaignos to Ricardo Alvarez, who was presented to the press, accompanied by Technical Director Marco Branca and by vice-General Manager Stefano Filucchi. "Playing for the best club in the world is a marvellous feeling for me."

"Ricky 'Maravilla', as he was nick-named by his very first coach when he was beginning to play according to Ricky, came from Argentina: "I began playing and the nick-name was given to me by that coach every game I played." Nerazzurri captain, Javier Zanetti had spoken of him recently comparing him to Kaka: "I'm grateful to Zanetti," said Alvarez, "for the compliments he made and for the comparison with such a great player, but I'm coming here with my very own style of play and I'll try to be myself."

Inter have signed midfielder Ricky Alvarez from Velez Sarsfield for £10.8m, after the player was strongly linked with a move to Premier League side Arsenal.

A statement on Inter’s official website reads:

“Shortly after 10:30 this morning, Ricardo Gabriel Alvarez, or Ricky as he has been dubbed, arrived at Linate airport on a flight from London. The 23-year-old Argentine midfielder, who holds an Italian passport, is a natural talent and although he has been courted by all of the major European teams, Inter directors have managed to bring him to Italy with a Nerazzurri scarf already around his neck.”

The agent of Santos fullback Jonathan has confirmed his move to Inter Milan is all but closed.

“Negotiations are at an advanced stage. He hasn’t signed yet, but I think the talks are 95 per cent completed,” agent Tadic told FcInterNews. “Jonathan will be in Italy between Monday and Tuesday to have his medical and sign the contract with Inter.”

Jonathan is viewed in Brazil as the heir to Maicon at international level.

Castaignos Dismisses Comparisons To Henry

Inter new boy Luc Castaignos has dismissed comparisons between himself and Thierry Henry, while expressing his excitement about being with Inter.

“It’s hard to find words to describe how happy I am to be playing for such a great club as Inter,” Castaignos was quoted as saying on the club’s official website. “I find it easy to score, and if I’m playing for a great team, it should be even easier.”

However, when asked about the comparisons with Henry, Castaignos revealed he preferred to create an name for himself, rather than live in someone else’s shadow.

“Am I like Henry? Lots of people have said this, but I am Castaignos and he is Henry.”

It will be interesting to see what Inter do with Castaignos. With Eto’o, Pazzini and Milito he playing opportunities will be limited and I wonder if Inter will send him out on loan for the season so that he can continue to play and develop?

Inter Said To Want Nani as Part of Wesley Sneijder Deal

According to reports in the English media, Man United and Inter officials are set to meet this week to talk about the potential transfer of Wesley Sneijder to Old Trafford. And by all accounts, Inter will demand that United include Portuguese winger Nani as part of the deal.

Nani has fallen out of favour at Old Trafford, even though the former Sporting Lisbon man finished last season as the Premier League’s leading assist maker.

Inter have been lacking that wide player who can beat his man consistently and cross the ball for the likes of Eto’o and Milito. I believe that Nani would be a good fit for Inter. What do you think?

Why Does Inter Need To Sell Before It Can Buy New Players?

I am totally baffled by this comment from Inter chief executive Ernesto Paolillo in the English paper The Mirrortoday. The article talks about the players that Inter coach Gian Piero Gasperini would like to bring in this summer.

Those players include Ricky Alvarez, Barcelona’s Jonathan Dos Santos, Genoa’s Argentine striker Rodrigo Palacio and Valencia’s Evra Banegra. Combined the four players will cost around £30m.

What is really shocking are the comments that followed from Inter chief executive Ernesto Paolillo

“We have to sell, then after we have sold we will see what Inter will buy,” said Paolillo. “The first move will be selling and not buying.”

Valencia’s Ever Banega To Cost €9m

La Gazzetta Sportiva claims that Inter have been told by Valencia that Ever Banega will cost them €9million. The 23-year-old, who is waiting for an EU passport after spending three years in Spain, has been linked for a while with a move to Inter.

Banega is currently playing in the Copa America for Argentina as he looks to help the hosts win a trophy they have not lifted since 1993. He previously represented his country in their victorious 2007 Fifa U-20 World Cup and the 2008 Summer Olympic campaigns.

Meanwhile, Genoa’s Slovakian midfielder Juraj Kucka has emerged as another potential target for Inter after impressing since his €3.6m move from Sparta Prague in January.