Inter Milan’s efforts to sign Guglielmo Vicario from Tottenham Hotspur this summer has hit a roadblock, with Spurs asking price well beyond their means.
Tuttomercatoweb report that the Italian side may frustration in their long-running efforts to sign Vicario as their new number one.
Inter are on the hunt for a new number one goalkeeper this summer. Yann Sommer is edging towards the exit after three inconsistent seasons, and the Nerazzurri are determined to secure a reliable long-term starter.
Sommer’s exit forces into the market
Yann Sommer’s time at San Siro appears to be nearing its conclusion, prompting Inter to accelerate plans for a successor.
Their priority is clear; they want a goalkeeper capable of handling the pressure, workload and expectations that come with being the undisputed number one for a title-challenging side.
Tottenham’s Guglielmo Vicario has emerged as the standout target. Reports for months, particularly from Italy, have indicated that they’re working on a deal for the 29-year-old.
A report earlier this month stated that Inter had already reached an outline agreement with the Tottenham goalkeeper. It claimed an official offer was on the way soon.
A report yesterday then stated a meeting had been held over the move. All indications are that it will happen this summer.
Ideal profile but unrealistic price
TMW now report that while Guglielmo Vicario is the standout target for Inter this summer, Tottenham’s demands have created an immediate roadblock.
Spurs are reportedly seeking €25-30m, a valuation that far exceeds Inter’s ceiling. They are only looking to spend €15m on their new number one.
That large gap has, at this moment in time, left the negotiations at a standstill. The Italian club are looking to spend, but only half of what Tottenham are currently demanding. It means serious talks will be needed if a deal is to happen this summer.
What happens next?
Unless Tottenham soften their stance, Inter may be forced to pivot quickly. Perhaps Spurs’ demands being so high is why reports are already linking other names.
Of course, everything depends on what happens to Tottenham this season. If they can’t avoid relegation, a fire sale of first-team players is likely this summer. Maintaining their high demands for Guglielmo Vicario in that situation will be a difficult task.
Inter are likely betting on just that. They won’t move now, waiting to see how things develop. Whether Tottenham would knock 50% off their asking price, even in the event of relegation, is doubtful, though.