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Spurs star Xavi Simons was “flattered” by Serie A interest involving Inter Milan, but his priority in the summer remained a move to the Premier League, according to his agent Ali Barat.

Speaking with quotes via FCInterNews, Barat addressed the transfer rumours that linked Simons with Inter Milan during the last window.

Indeed, clarifying the player’s thinking at the time.

“Links with Inter? Xavi once again wanted the Premier League,” Barat explained.

“So when Tottenham contacted us and Chelsea contacted me, his intention was to go to the Premier League.”

Simons Agent Acknowledges Inter Interest Before Spurs Move

Despite that clear preference, Barat acknowledged that interest from Italy still made an impression on the Dutch international.

“Of course, he was flattered by the attention from Serie A clubs,” the agent added.

Therefore confirming that the links were taken seriously even if they did not alter Simons’ immediate plans.

The Dutchman ultimately completed his move to Tottenham Hotspur, choosing England as the next step in his development, while Chelsea were also involved in discussions earlier in the process.

However, Barat did not close the door on a future move to Italy. “We hope to be able to bring Xavi to Italy in the future,” he said, leaving the possibility of a Serie A chapter open further down the line.

For Inter, the comments confirm that while the summer links were genuine, timing, rather than lack of interest, proved decisive.

Yann Sommer will return to the starting line-up in Bergamo after Inter gave Josep Martinez a chance during the Supercoppa, and the club identify Tottenham goalkeeper Vicario as a potential long-term successor.

What remains unclear is whether Sommer will still be at the club next season.

His contract expires in June.

Inter are already planning ahead and want to bring Guglielmo Vicario back to Serie A.

Inter have already made initial contact with Vicario’s representatives.

The deal remains complex.

However, recent changes at Tottenham Hotspur have improved Inter’s position.

Paratici Departure Improves Inter Chances Of Signing Tottenham Goalkeeper Vicario

According to Tuttosport, the departure of Fabio Paratici removes a key obstacle.

Relations between Paratici and Beppe Marotta were strained following their time at Juventus.

That tension no longer affects negotiations.

Vicario remains Inter’s top choice.

Still, the club are also tracking alternatives.

One name under consideration is Noah Atubolu of SC Freiburg.

His age profile fits Oaktree’s strategy more closely, even if Vicario leads the shortlist.

Inter are also active in defence.

The club want to move quickly for Branimir Mlacic, a highly rated centre-back born in 2007 who plays for Hajduk Split.

Inter aim to avoid a bidding war.

They are considering two options.

One would bring Mlacic in immediately for the Under-23 side.

The other would leave him in Croatia until the end of the season, following a similar path to Petar Sucic.

Inter Milan have reportedly established contact with out-of-favor Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario.

According to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, the Italian heavyweights have approached the player’s entourage to gather information.

Veteran goalkeeper Yann Sommer is likely to sever ties with the club at the end of the season.

Indeed, the 36-year-old’s contract runs out next summer, with the Nerazzurri reluctant to offer him fresh terms.

Therefore, Beppe Marotta is on the lookout for a new shot-stopper.

Inter Milan Make Contact with Tottenham Star Guglielmo Vicario

Guglielmo Vicario was on Inter’s shortlist in 2023.

Despite being earmarked as a potential replacement for Andre Onana, the 29-year-old decided to join Tottenham.

Fast forward three years, and the former Empoli ace could return to Serie A after falling out of favor in North London.

With Tottenham stranded in the Premier League’s lower reaches, another squad overhaul is waiting around the corner.

Furthermore, Vicario is likely to be among those to fall victim to Spurs’ underwhelming start under new boss Thomas Frank.

However, negotiations for his switch to San Siro are far from straightforward.

Tottenham Hotspur center-back Radu Dragusin could make a shocking return to Serie A to join Inter Milan.

Speaking to DigiSport via FCInterNews, Dragusin’s agent opened up the possibility of a winter transfer to San Siro.

Despite prioritizing the signing of a new wingback, Inter Milan remain on the lookout for defensive reinforcements.

Indeed, the Nerazzurri are desperate to find a suitable replacement for Denzel Dumfries, who could be out until March.

However, the 20-time Italian champions are preparing for a major overhaul at the back.

Francesco Acerbi, Stefan de Vrij, and Matteo Darmian have entered the final year of their contracts at San Siro.

Furthermore, the club has yet to offer them fresh terms, with all three expected to leave at the end of the season.

Meanwhile, Radu Dragusin has fallen out of favor in North London upon Thomas Frank’s arrival.

The 23-year-old defender has yet to feature for Tottenham this term, increasing the likelihood of a winter exit.

Radu Dragusin Agent Flirts with Inter Milan

Tottenham are no longer interested in keeping the former Genoa star at the club.

Therefore, Spurs are ready to listen to offers for Dragusin, who could unexpectedly return to Serie A in the coming weeks.

Meanwhile, Dragusin’s agent, Florin Manea, is working around the clock to secure his client’s immediate departure.

“So far, no one has called me. It’s a delicate situation,” Dragusin’s agent said. “There would be offers, there is interest – also from England, but from a smaller club.

“Meanwhile, Italy is better; you go to a big club. I haven’t spoken with Chivu. Indeed, I only called him to congratulate him.

“I know Inter will look for a center-back in the summer.

“If we decide to play more matches between now and the summer, we’ll announce it, and maybe Chivu will call me too.”

Inter Milan target Guglielmo Vicario delivered a scandalous performance in Tottenham Hotspur’s defeat at Nottingham Forest on Sunday.

According to FCInterNews, the Italian goalkeeper has now fallen out of favor with the struggling Premier League giants.

Guglielmo Vicario conceded three goals in Spurs’ underwhelming 3-0 defeat at the City Ground yesterday.

Furthermore, the former Empoli shot-stopper made two unforgivable mistakes, helping Forest hammer his team.

In addition to Callum Hudson-Odoi’s stunning strike, Vicario’s poor pass to Archie Gray led to Ibrahima Sangare’s goal.

Inter Milan Target Guglielmo Vicario Falls Out with Tottenham Hotspur

Yesterday’s performance could mark the beginning of the end for Vicario.

Indeed, the 29-year-old is now on the verge of leaving North London after two-and-a-half years.

Vicario, who joined Tottenham from Empoli in 2023, might return to Serie A at the end of the season.

Meanwhile, Inter have rekindled their interest in the Spurs star.

The Nerazzurri wanted Vicario to replace Andre Onana two years ago, only to sign Yann Sommer in the end.

However, the veteran Swiss ace is likely to leave San Siro next summer, with Inter turning their attention back to Vicario.

Inter Milan are closely monitoring the rapid rise of Aleksandar Stankovic, the 20-year-old midfielder who left the club for Club Brugge in the summer and has since gone from promising academy graduate to full Serbian international, with Premier League sides Spurs and Newcastle interested in his signature.

Stankovic has become a regular starter in Belgium with Brugge and impressed in the Champions League.

Indeed, his composure and maturity have caught the attention of major European clubs.

According to Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews, both Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United have sent scouts to watch him in recent weeks.

Inter Remain In The Picture For Spurs & Newcastle Target Stankovic

Furthermore, the Premier League sides are now keeping his name on their shortlist.

Inter, however, remain firmly in the picture.

After selling Stankovic to Brugge for around €9.5 million, the Nerazzurri inserted a double buy-back clause.

One for €23 million in summer 2026 and another for €25 million in 2027.

If his development continues at this pace, a return “home” to Appiano Gentile may only be a matter of time.

Bayern Munich and Tottenham Hoptspur have not come close to Inter Milan’s offer for Atalanta forward Ademola Lookman.

Today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInter1908, report that Bayern’s offer is for a €5 million paid loan with a €28 million purchase option.

This summer, Ademola Lookman was at the centre of the soap opera of the transfer window.

Inter Milan had made an offer to Atalanta to sign the 27-year-old.

As the Gazzetta dello Sport note, the Nerazzurri’s initial bid was €40 million. Atalanta rejected this.

Then, Inter raised their offer to €45 million including add-ons. Then once again, La Dea turned this down.

Bayern & Spurs Nowhere Near Inter Offer For Atalanta Forward Lookman

Lookman did everything he could to try and force through a move to Inter.

The Nigerian international made a public transfer request. Then, he no-showed training for a couple weeks.

However, Atalanta’s stance remained firm. They did not want to sell Lookman, and would not even give Inter a counteroffer according to reports.

Therefore, the former Leicester City and Fulham player has remained an Atalanta player.

Now, on deadline day, there are some reports of last minute interest in Lookman.

Reportedly, Bayern Munich have made Atalanta an offer. They have put forward a €5 million paid loan deal, which would also have a €28 million purchase option.

However, this is far from even the first offer of €40 million that Inter had made.

Furthermore, the Gazzetta dello Sport report, Tottenham Hotspur have also sounded out a move. However, they would want a loan deal, while Atalanta are insistent on a permanent sale.

Como have reportedly turned down an offer from Tottenahm Hotspur for Inter Milan target Nico Paz worth €65 million plus add-ons.

This according to Italian broadcaster Sky Sport Italia, via FCInter1908.

Inter Milan have been following midfielder Nico Paz closely for months now.

The 20-year-old was one of the outstanding players in Serie A last season. He well and truly hit the ground running in his first season at Como after arriving from Real Madrid.

Therefore, Inter have long viewed Paz as a dream signing.

It won’t be easy to make a deal for the Argentine international. The fact that Real Madrid have a buyback option on him for the next two summers makes it very tricky.

Como Turn Down €65M + Add-Ons Spurs Offer For Nico Paz

And in the meantime, Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur are also keen to sign Paz.

The London club had already offered €50 million to Como for the 20-year-old.

However, Como had rejected that bid.

Sky Sport Italia report that the Europa League holders were not deterred, though. They raised their offer to €65 million plus add-ons.

However, once again the Lariani rejected this offer.

Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly offered a deal worth €50 million to Como for Inter Milan target Nico Paz.

This according to Italian broadcaster Sky Sport Italia, via FCInteNews.

Inter Milan have been following midfielder Nico Paz closely for months now.

The 20-year-old was one of the outstanding players in Serie A last season. He well and truly hit the ground running in his first season at Como after arriving from Real Madrid.

Therefore, Inter have long viewed Paz as a dream signing.

It won’t be easy to make a deal for the Argentine international. The fact that Real Madrid have a buyback option on him for the next two summers makes it very tricky.

Tottenham Hotspur Offer €50M For Inter Target Nico Paz

And in the meantime, Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur are also keen to sign Paz.

Sky Sport Italia report that the Europa League holders have made a bid worth €50 million for the Argentine.

However, for their part, Como do not want to sell Paz this summer.

Meanwhile, the player has yet to make his decision. However, Sky anticipate, he could prioritize staying at Como for another season and then trying to get a place for himself in the Real Madrid team.

Liverpool, Spurs, and Newcastle United are ready to rival Inter Milan, AC Milan, and Juventus to sign Giovanni Leoni.

Today’s print edition of Rome-based newspaper Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews, report that Premier League interest is mounting in the Parma defender.

Giovanni Leoni has established himself as one of the most in-demand defenders in Serie A this summer.

It is not overly difficult to see why. The 19-year-old has had an outstanding season at the back for Parma, regularly nullifying some of the division’s top centre-forwards.

And Leoni still has room to grow. The teenage defender could be a solution in defense for over a decade.

Parma paid €7 million to sign Leoni from Sampdoria last summer. However, it will likely take at least €40 million to sign the 19-year-old this summer.

Liverpool, Spurs & Newcastle Rivals Inter, AC Milan & Juventus For Giovanni Leoni

All of Serie A’s biggest teams are keen to sign Giovanni Leoni this summer.

Inter Milan have reportedly made the teenager their top target at the back. Particularly after the arrival of Cristian Chivu as coach.

However, the Nerazzurri’s city rivals AC Milan are also extremely keen. As are Juventus.

The interest does not end there, though.

According to the Corriere dello Sport, big teams in the Premier League have also sounded out a move for Leoni.

Liverpool have inquired about the 19-year-old. And Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United have also recently come forward with an interest.