Marcus Thuram linked with summer exit as Inter Milan plan squad overhaul
Inter Milan striker Marcus Thuram is being considered for a sale this summer as the club evaluates a significant squad refresh, according to sources close to the Italian champions. The French international, who joined on a free transfer from Borussia Mönchengladbach in 2023, has two years remaining on his contract at San Siro, and the Nerazzurri hierarchy believe now may be the optimal time to secure a major fee for the 27-year-old.
Thuram enjoyed a stellar debut season in Serie A, forming a potent partnership with Lautaro Martinez and contributing to the Scudetto win. However, his form has been more inconsistent in the current campaign, despite a recent match-winning double in the dramatic 4-3 comeback victory over Como. That performance underscored his value but also potentially raised his market profile at an opportune moment for the club's financial strategy.
The potential move is framed within a broader context of evolution under coach Cristian Chivu and CEO Giuseppe Marotta. With several key players, including Denzel Dumfries and Henrikh Mkhitaryan, also entering the final phases of their contracts or attracting interest, Inter are preparing for a transitional period. The funds from a Thuram sale would be reinvested to rejuvenate an aging squad, with targets already identified in younger attacking profiles across Europe.
For Thuram, a departure could represent a chance for a new challenge at a peak age, with Premier League and La Liga clubs previously monitoring his situation. His physical attributes, pace, and improved finishing in Italy make him an attractive proposition for top-tier sides seeking proven quality. The player's camp is understood to be aware of the club's stance and would evaluate any concrete proposals that align with his sporting ambitions.
The coming months will be crucial in determining Thuram's future, with Inter's final league position and Champions League progress also factoring into their summer budget and planning. While no formal talks have begun, the internal dialogue at Inter suggests a major offensive asset could be made available to finance the next cycle, marking a pragmatic, if surprising, shift in strategy just over a year after his celebrated arrival.
