The summary of all the transfer market news of the day that has just been archived. Between rumors, negotiations and behind the scenes, here is the most important news
INTER, THE RENEWAL OF DUMFRIES IS ONE STEP AWAY: THERE WILL BE NO CLAUSES TO FACILITATE THEIR GOODBYE. BIJOL THE CHOSEN FOR THE LEGACY OF ACERBI AND DE VRIJ. MILAN, THE NAME OF RICCI IS BACK IN CURRENT FEATURES FOR THE MIDFIELD. ROME, CARNEVALI TICKS FOR THE ROLE OF NEW CEO. AND IT IS NOT EXCLUDED THAT TWO FIGURES WILL ARRIVE
The goal against Monza could be the last with the ‘old’ contract for Denzel Dumfries: the Dutchman has proven to be a strong point of Simone Inzaghi’s team and the club is convinced that he can represent a fundamental resource also in the near future , which is why a contract extension is ready for him. Sky Sport confirms Denzel Dumfries’ imminent signature on the renewal with Inter, adding an important detail relating to the negotiation of the new agreement. As the satellite broadcaster reports in the extension of the Dutch side’s expiring contract, no termination clause will be inserted until 30 June 2028. This season the Nerazzurri number 2 has taken to the pitch on four occasions and has already scored a goal in the match against Monza. During the 2023-24 season, Denzel Dumfries showed consistent performance with Inter, confirming himself as one of the key players in Simone Inzaghi’s playing system. Used predominantly as a right winger in a 3-5-2 formation, Dumfries shone with his physicality, speed and ability to move the ball forward. In addition to his defensive contribution, he was often decisive in the offensive phase, with precise assists and crosses for his attacking teammates. His ability to get into spaces has created multiple scoring opportunities, confirming his importance in both Serie A and the Champions League.
Inter are looking for the heir of Francesco Acerbi and Stefan De Vrij, 36 and 32 years old respectively, now in the last year of their contracts; in June 2025, in fact, both will say goodbye to Inzaghi’s squad, except, obviously, in the case of an extension not currently foreseen. For the Nerazzurri, therefore, it is time to move, well in advance, to try to bring to Appiano Gentile what could be the new central defender of Inzaghi’s three-man defence. Corriere dello Sport reiterates today that Jaka Bijol seems to be a profile very close to the ideal one for Oaktree’s Inter project: relatively young (25 years old), but already with some experience in Serie A and in Europe with his national team, and, above all, used to playing and leading the three-man defense. The Slovenian stands out for his physique (he is 1.90 meters tall) and for his continuity of presence and performance: this season, for example, he has played 100% of the minutes with Kosta Runjaić’s team. Economic question: the price is around 15-20 million euros, certainly in line with the financial needs of the Nerazzurri club. In short: it would be a studied, prepared, perhaps even planned coup.
The serious injury to Ismael Bennacer and the need to strengthen the midfield department even after the arrival of Fofana and Vos will lead Milan to think about a new midfielder for the January transfer window, writes Corriere dello Sport. Much will depend on the progress of the season but the idea of shoring up the squad with a quality player like Samuele Ricci is more relevant than ever. Torino’s Italian midfielder was already liked in the summer but due to a series of choices Milan shifted their attention to other profiles. Now his candidacy could re-apply, however the big obstacle of the cost of the ticket remains. The good performances in the Granata and the call-ups to the national team have increased the price of the 23-year-old Italian. However, Milan is informing themselves and hopes to be able to insert some technical counterparts, but it must be added that it will not be easy to convince Torino to deprive themselves of another of their aces after the farewells of Buongiorno and Bellanova.
While waiting for the new CEO, there are two managers to whom the Friedkins have entrusted the management of Roma’s technical area: the general manager Florent Ghisolfi, who for a few days has appeared in Roma’s social videos and is photographed on the sidelines next to Juric , and the sports secretary Maurizio Lombardo. Beyond the promotion of the sporting director on the field, it is clear, writes the Corriere dello Sport, that Roma will soon have another CEO. Not Ryan Friedkin, Dan’s vice president, not even interim. And be careful, listen, listen: one of the names that appeared in the preliminary consultations is Italian. This is Giovanni Carnevali, creator of the great Sassuolo cycle. There have been no contacts yet, apparently, but Carnevali is one of the profiles monitored because it was suggested to the president. Beyond rumors and suggestions, the research in Rome continues. And it is not excluded, again according to the newspaper, that the ownership could insert two new figures in the organizational chart: a CEO who inherits Souloukou’s duties and a football man who can serve as an internal glue, somewhat mirroring what has been done from Inter with the Sport/Corporate division entrusted to Marotta and Antonello.
SERGIO RAMOS IN THE SIGHT OF ZAMALEK, RUMORS ALSO ABOUT MLS AND ARABIA
What does the future hold for Sergio Ramos? The Spanish defender, a historic former Real Madrid keeper, is currently a luxury free agent after saying goodbye to Sevilla when his contract expired last June. However, the 38-year-old originally from Camas did not find a team in the summer and is still looking for a new place, without any intention of considering retiring from the scene and from football. Yes, but where? In the last few hours, according to information reported by the newspaper AS, not too veiled interest has emerged from Egypt to sign Sergio Ramos: definitely from Zamalek, a Cairo club considered one of the most successful in the African country. The confirmations, moreover, come live on TV from the top manager and son of the club’s vice president, Ali Hisham Nasr: “Zamalek is a great club and deserves players like that. We see the agreement with Ramos not only as something good in sporting terms, but also for marketing. The player is free and it would be a great advantage to sign him. In short, the Egyptian team has a desire to sign the Spanish player, but what is the mood on Ramos’ side? According to what was reported by the Spanish medium, the gap between supply and demand is not that big, even if the deal is not yet closed. In fact, however, according to the former Real Madrid’s entourage, no official offer has arrived from Zamalek. While recently Al Orobah, a Saudi club, has forwarded a succulent proposal, and the interest of the MLS remains alive.