Cagliari midfielder Nicolo Barella has opened the door to a summer move to Inter, suggesting the “market is open”.
The Italian international, who began his career with the Sardinians, has been heavily linked with a switch to the San Siro, and talks between the Nerazzurri and the player’s agent are believed to have taken place.
Reports earlier this week suggested Inter had agreed terms with the 22-year-old, however their valuation of the player appeared to fall short of Cagliari’s asking price of between €45 million and €50m (£44m/$56m).
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While his transfer fee remains a potential sticking point, there is also a suggestion that Inter defender Alessandro Bastoni could be factored into the deal following a successful loan spell with Parma.