And that was how the world discovered Nicolò Barella. French and Spaniards in ecstasy, Brand he gets to elect Luka Modric’s potential heir. There are those who saw it long and hard: Josep Guardiola, aka Pep, has wanted him at Manchester City for years. There are those who saw it even longer: locking him up just before the European Championship, undoubtedly thanks to the player’s never questioned will, is a move that puts theInter in a position of strength, without doubt.
He holds it tight. And he doesn’t let go. Maybe he didn’t need an international showcase like Euro 2024, or maybe he did. In a national team not full of talent, Barella stands out even more than he does in the Nerazzurri, where he was also the best midfielder – yes, even better than Calhanoglu – in their championship run. Thanks to the extension, in Viale della Liberazione there are no doubts: it is a pillar of the future, Suning or Oaktree changes little. Then, of course, if a hair-pulling offer arrived it would have to be evaluated. But, as was said before, the player’s desire to remain in Milan has always been clear and solid, since the beginning of the very rapid negotiation for the contract renewal.
It’s Josep Martinez week. And not just him. In the next few days the Inter management should have a new contact with that of Genoa, the deal for Gilardino’s goalkeeper is now in the home stretch. Formula and technical counterparts to be decided (Oristanio on pole, but Satriano and Corrado also ended up in the discussions), but the white smoke is around the corner. New comings and goings expected at the headquarters, more than likely also a renewed contact with Venezia to discuss (also) Tessmann.