Inter is preparing to close its first deal of the winter transfer window. The target is Branimir Mlacic, a central defender born in 2007 from Hajduk Split. The deal is now down to the final details and the agreement should be made official soon. However, the young Croatian talent will remain in his home country until the end of the current season, before the Nerazzurri club decides what will be the best path for his development.
According to Corriere dello Sport, the club from Viale della Liberazione has beaten the competition from two important teams. Both Marseille and Barcelona had in fact inquired about the player some time ago, but Inter’s acceleration made the difference. The agreement reached with the player’s entourage was decisive, allowing the Nerazzurri to overcome their rivals.
At the same time, the management continues to explore various options to strengthen the right flank. Chivu hinted in the press conference before the match with Napoli that he is waiting for help from the club to deal with the emergency in that area of the pitch. The coach did not say it openly, but the clues he left were quite clear. Although some public statements suggest there will be few moves in this window, behind the scenes the work continues discreetly.
The goal is to guarantee at least one reinforcement on the wing, where the current situation requires intervention. In the meantime, the arrival of Mlacic represents an investment for the future, with the management aiming to build a competitive squad for the coming seasons as well.
