Inter’s sporting director Piero Ausilio has joined the team at their pre-season training camp in Donaueschingen, Germany, according to reports in Italy. He arrived on Sunday afternoon and met with fans for photos and autographs, indicating a ramping up of transfer activity for the Nerazzurri. President Beppe Marotta is expected to join the squad in Germany as well.
Ausilio’s presence allows for direct dialogue with coach Simone Inzaghi regarding potential signings, with the club prioritizing an addition at right-back and reinforcements in central defense. The club is reportedly considering Djed Spence as a key target, potentially offering between €30-35 million for the player. This figure sits between previous investments made by Inter, including a significant outlay considered for another player and a previous deal for Khalaili which ultimately fell through during medical examinations.
Inter are also evaluating other options at right-back, including Vanderson of Monaco and Read of Feyenoord, maintaining a cautious approach to the transfer window. While the club is mindful of potential overspending, they remain alert to any emerging opportunities. In defense, beyond the possibility of retaining Benjamin Pavard, Inter are also monitoring the situation surrounding Manchester City’s John Stones.
Despite Stones, 32, not necessarily fitting the profile of a typical Inter signing due to his age and wage demands, the club may consider an exception given the current state of the transfer market. Oaktree, Inter’s owners, may be willing to make a calculated exception in this window. The club’s transfer business is increasingly focused on players based in Germany, suggesting a potential shift in recruitment strategy.
