Cristian Chivu is pushing for new additions on the flanks. The Inter coach clearly stated his requests at the end of the friendly match won against Manchester City: “You can see for yourselves what is missing, just count the number of wingers we have: there are three for two flanks, not counting Carlos Augusto whom I see better in the defensive trio. On the right or maybe on the left, we will have to do something.”
His words could open up the possibility of a change in strategy. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Chivu’s analysis leaves room for the hypothesis of signing a left-footed winger, possibly adaptable to the other side. The coach is discussing with Dario Baccin, the deputy sporting director who is following the team on tour, and is maintaining phone contact with Marotta and Ausilio.
The priority remains a profile like Spence, an heir to Dumfries in terms of movement and characteristics. However, there are not many options for the role: Palestra and Khalaili have been ruled out for different reasons. It is not excluded that the Nerazzurri club could make an unexpected move.
The club’s strategy is to wait for prices to drop and for the right time for some sales, Frattesi first and foremost, as well as Asllani who is out of the squad. Until the first of September, it is still possible to seize some opportunities: so far, the management has basically balanced arrivals and departures, also keeping the wage bill under control. Around fifty million would be available, the base budget set by the ownership in May for purchases.
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