Inter Milan are seriously evaluating a move for Marco Asensio, the Spanish playmaker currently out of favor at Paris Saint-Germain. After previous attempts to bring him to Italy fell through, the Nerazzurri could now capitalize on what is seen as a rare market opportunity.
Asensio has been a target for Inter multiple times. In summer 2023, when he left Real Madrid on a free transfer, Inter directors Beppe Marotta and Piero Ausilio tried to strike a deal but were put off by high salary demands and agent fees. The Spanish international eventually joined PSG, where he struggled for regular minutes before a six-month loan to Aston Villa.
Now, with his contract expiring in 2026 and PSG looking to offload him permanently, the 28-year-old is available for an estimated fee between €10 and €12 million, far below what his market value might have been two years ago.
Despite the favorable transfer fee, Asensio’s current net salary of €8 million remains the biggest hurdle. For the move to happen, he would need to agree to a significant pay cut. However, there is optimism that he could be tempted by the prospect of a multi-year contract and a fresh start in Serie A.
Jorge Mendes, the player’s agent, is working to secure a solution. Mendes is also handling the future of Inter’s right-back Denzel Dumfries, potentially facilitating negotiations for both players.
Inter’s push for Asensio is also linked to outgoings. Iranian striker Mehdi Taremi, signed on a free transfer last year, is on the market to create room in the wage bill and the squad. Turkish club Besiktas are reportedly interested, and Inter hope to finalize his sale soon to accelerate talks with PSG and Asensio.
New coach Cristian Chivu sees Asensio as an ideal profile for his plans to evolve Inter’s attack. In training camp, the Romanian manager plans to experiment with both a 3-4-2-1 and a 3-4-1-2, formations where Asensio could play behind the strikers or as an advanced midfielder.
While Inter are exploring other options, Asensio is considered one of the priority targets. The club hopes to define the operation before pre-season preparations intensify, in line with their strategy to lock down the squad early during this transitional summer.
Inter’s current financial strategy allows for selected investments, especially if the club can finalize exits like Calhanoglu or Taremi. The signing of Asensio would bring in proven experience and creativity, adding a different dimension to Inter’s midfield and attack.
In the coming weeks, negotiations will continue as the Nerazzurri balance their budget while aiming to strengthen the squad for domestic and European challenges.
With the uncertainty around Hakan Calhanoglu’s future and Taremi likely to depart, Marco Asensio has emerged as a strong candidate to become Inter’s marquee signing this summer. His arrival could mark a new tactical era under Chivu, provided the salary demands can be bridged and outgoing transfers fall into place.
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