The words spoken by Beppe Marotta last July 13, during the press conference presenting the new season, now seem distant. The president of Inter had declared: “Italian clubs, not just Inter, are not able to carry out certain operations that lack rationality. You can also make irrational moves, but that is not part of our modus operandi. The possibility of investment exists, but it must be a logical possibility.”

In the meantime, the main competitors have completed significant signings. As reported by Tuttosport, Milan has invested 105 million for Ramos and Gila, Juventus 80 for Alajbegovic and Kolo Muani (considering the obligation to buy for the latter), Como 60 to bring back Nico Paz, Roma 35 for Castro, and Fiorentina almost 90 for three signings and two buybacks.

The rivals are probably also making irrational moves just to reduce the gap with the Nerazzurri. There is one month left until the transfer window closes, the directors will not leave on tour with the team and will work to complete Chivu’s squad, who is waiting for at least two more reinforcements. Three if Pavard leaves: at that point a low-cost center-back will arrive, even though Ausilio is continuing to keep relations alive with Tottenham and agents for Romero.

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