Inter targets Romero and Jones: sales needed to close the deals

There are twenty days left until the league debut, but the Nerazzurri’s transfer market is far from closed. Cristian Romero for the defense and Curtis Jones for the midfield remain the main targets, while the management is also working to identify a right winger to replace Denzel Dumfries.

According to Corriere dello Sport, the shared strategy between management and coach aims to build a more aggressive, faster, and intense team, capable of raising the level especially in international competitions. The addition of Manuel Akanji had already brought experience and characteristics suited to this transformation. The arrival of John Stones, a free agent from Manchester City, adds quality in build-up play, personality, and experience in big matches.

With Stones, the defensive department is numerically complete. To welcome Romero, the departure of Benjamin Pavard will be necessary. Inter is negotiating with Tottenham on the basis of around 40 million euros. The gap between the clubs is said to have narrowed, while some aspects with the Argentine’s entourage, especially salary and commissions, still need to be settled.

For Jones, the main obstacle remains the Reds’ valuation, close to 40 million. The Nerazzurri club hopes to lower the price by leveraging the contract expiring in June 2027. A loan is no longer a viable solution.

To complete such expensive operations, the club will have to sell some players, raise funds, and lighten the wage bill. Only after that can decisive moves be made.