Signing Arturo Vidal from Barcelona would take Inter up a level, according to vice-president Javier Zanetti.
Chile international Vidal has been heavily linked with a move to the Nerazzurri in January and refused to rule out a switch when asked about the subject last week.
The 32-year-old has started just six games in all competitions for Barca this season, though he has scored five goals in LaLiga.
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Inter are reportedly hoping to seal a loan with an obligation to buy the experienced midfielder and Zanetti feels his arrival would be a significant boost.