Inter Milan, the reigning champions of Serie A, are reportedly setting their sights on Santiago Castro, the Bologna center-forward. This coveted Argentine footballer is said to be the dream target for the club, according to the Italian sports daily Gazzetta dello Sport, as cited by FCInterNews.
Castro, despite being a relatively new addition to Bologna, having joined less than two years ago, could be sold for a significant sum. The asking price for this promising striker is thought to be as high as €40 million. This would be a substantial profit for the Rossoblu, who would be somewhat placated by such a handsome return on their investment.
Inter Milan, however, have a potential bargaining chip in their arsenal. The club may leverage the services of Italian midfielder Giovanni Fabbian. Simone Inzaghi’s team has a €12m buyback clause for Fabbian and could consider leaving him at Renato Dall’Ara in a complex deal that would secure Castro’s transfer.
The proposed deal is expected to be approved by Oaktree, the financial backers of Inter Milan. Their goal to rejuvenate the aging Inter squad aligns perfectly with this potential acquisition. The inclusion of a young, dynamic talent like Castro could inject some much-needed vitality into the team.
Further details of this potential transfer and its implications will be closely watched by football enthusiasts and experts alike. It is clear that Inter Milan’s strategic moves in the player market will greatly influence their performance in the upcoming seasons.
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