According to Corriere dello Sport, Inter Milan are sets their sights on Manchester City star defender Ruben Dias. The Nerazzurri are preparing for a major overhaul of their backline, with three defenders expected to depart the San Siro this upcoming summer transfer window.
The club’s management has reportedly decided not to renew the contracts of Francesco Acerbi and Matteo Darmian, both of whom will leave as free agents in July. Furthermore, Yann Bisseck is no longer considered “untouchable.” While previously deemed essential, Inter is now open to selling the German talent, with Bayern Munich leading the race to sign him for a significant transfer fee.
Ruben Dias: The Priority for Cristian Chivu’s Squad
With these departures looming, Inter views Dias as the ideal elite candidate to bolster the squad under manager Cristian Chivu. The Italian side is banking on two key factors to facilitate the deal:
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Guardiola’s Exit: The anticipated departure of Pep Guardiola from Manchester City is expected to trigger an exodus of key players.
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Strong Relations: The solid professional relationship between the Inter and Manchester City boards.
Financing the Deal: The Bastoni Factor
Securing the Portuguese international will not be cheap. Manchester City is unlikely to entertain offers below €50 million. To fund this move, Inter may need to sell another high-value asset alongside Bisseck; reports suggest that Alessandro Bastoni could be sacrificed to raise the necessary capital.
As of now, Dias’s role in Enzo Maresca’s new era at City remains uncertain. This ambiguity, combined with Inter’s promising sporting project, may tempt the defender to seek a new challenge in Serie A.
