Samuele Longo
An eventful day for the Internazionale organization, as the Primavera squad triumphed 3-2 over Lazio to become the champions of Italy.
SWEET VICTORY
Goals from Marko Livaja, Nicola Garritano, and Samuele Longo, lifted Daniele Bernazzani’s boys to victory as they continued an incredible week that also saw them defeat Milan in overtime, 4-3.
The focus of the match was squarely on Samuele Longo. The young Italian striker has seen his stock sky-rocket within the past week, as his performances are leaving many to call for a first-team spot for him next season. As impressive as he has been, Longo is still a teenager and has much to do before he can be considered as a possible replacement for an aging Diego Milito. One thing is for certain, the boy has done enough to persuade many within the football community that he is the next big thing in Italian football.
TRANSFER MARKET BEGINS TO HEAT UP
Many interactions on the transfer market took place today as Inter has begun to focus on it’s targets as it prepares bids to make once Euro 2012 is complete.
The day began with news that Inter are no longer following three major transfer targets; Lavezzi, Isla, and Verratti. Inter decided to move onto other players as they have realized that Lavezzi (PSG), Isla (Juventus) and Verratti (Juve/Pescara) are close to completing deals with other clubs. Better for the club to pursue realistic targets, than to focus on players that are set on moving to other clubs.
Regarding current negotiations, it seems as though Inter will make one last attempt to sign Lucas Moura, however this time, they will use financial backing from main sponsor, Pirelli, to secure the deal. Sao Paolo is said to have an interest in Diego Forlan, Lucio, and Julio Cesar, who is said to only be considering a move back to Brazil if he is to leave Inter. It appears as if this transfer saga will continue for the coming weeks.
Inter and Palermo are said to be roughly 2 million apart in negotiations for Matias Silvestre, who is also being followed by Milan. Stramaccioni is said to be a great admirer of Silvestre, and is being targeted to replace Lucio.
Giovinco is a major target for Inter and negotiations have opened up with Inter offering Juan Jesus, Marco Davide Faraoni, and cash for the player. Parma are insisting that Coutinho be included in the deal but Inter are adamant that the diminutive Brazilian will stay with them.
Inter are pulling out of the race for Acerbi for now, as they are intending to close negotiations for teammate Andreolli which have hit a minor snag. It is believed that Chievo and Inter will reconvene to complete the deal.
Nuri Sahin is still on Inter’s wish list, with Milan following the player as well. Inter are waiting for Sahin to soften his stance on leaving Madrid, which he may do as Mourinho has shown that he prefers other options.
Inter are reportedly unwilling to meet the 8-10 million demand for midfielder Paulinho, and will look to lower the asking price in the coming weeks.
Another midfield player is almost in the Black and Blue shirt as Gago appears to be on his way to Inter, with 6 million going to Real Madrid. The club is looking to offload the midfielder and Inter are interested.
WHO’S LEAVING?
Pazzini is believed to be on his way out, as Inter prefer to pursue Destro as their back up to Milito. Lazio are interested in the striker, who Inter want to gain at least 10-12 million in transfer fee.
Maicon has been linked with Real Madrid in the past few days, but it is unclear whether Mourinho wants to call upon the right back, as he had in past seasons. Cruzeiro were also interested but their president revealed that the player denied their advances. Corinthians were also interested but Maicon is unwilling to play his football back in Brazil, preferring to stay in Europe. Corinthians are also interested in Diego Forlan and Diego Milito but Inter rejected their advances.
Inter’s co-owned starlet Juraj Kucka is coveted by Fiorentina, and they will make an offer for Inter’s half.
NEW TARGETS
Inter are pursuing two defensive midfielders destined to leave their clubs; Lass Diarra, and Yann M’Vila. They will wait until after the Euros to continue their pursuit of them
Lucas Viatri is also being linked to Inter as a possible offensive target if they are unable to complete deals for Lucas Moura, and Gaston Ramirez, who is valued at 20 million by Bologna.
The agent’s of Zuniga, and Aly Cissikho have stated that Inter have shown interest in their clients as possible replacements for Maicon.
Debuchy revealed his strong desire to play abroad, intriguing Inter who are contemplating a 7 Million bid.
Finally, Nasri has been linked to Inter in a 25 million deal as Mancini is reportedly looking to offload the Frenchman to make room for more summer signings.
OTHER NEWS
Bologna and Inter have renewed their co-ownerhsip of Krhin who will stay with Bologna for the upcoming season.
Sneijder celebrated his 28th birthday with a brilliant performance against Denmark at Euro 2012. Unfortunately, his teammates poor finishing cost him multiple assists. De Jong, who is being targeted by Inter, also played well.
Stramaccioni attended the Brazil-Argentina match in the US in order to keep an eye on Lucas Moura, as well as Juan Jesus.
Well, that’s all for today.
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