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- No concrete bids received for Calhanoglu despite speculation
- Inter schedule decisive talks to clarify midfielder’s future
- Club open to offers but player likely to resume training
The Serie A side are preparing for decisive talks with the midfielder, as Turkish Lig interest fails to materialise in concrete form, as reported by Calciomercato. Despite weeks of rumours linking the Turkish international with a move to Fenerbahce and earlier interest from Galatasaray, no official offers have reached the club. CEO Beppe Marotta made it clear that several “phantom” approaches never materialised, and without formal bids, there can be no negotiation. Inter have now scheduled decisive talks with Calhanoglu to clarify the situation, with the midfielder expected to return to Milan for discussions on his future.
A month of uncertainty has exacerbated existing tensions within Inter, following failed transfer discussions and reported dressing room rifts. Lautaro Martinez, the club captain, indirectly addressed disruptive transfer rumours after Inter’s Club World Cup exit. Marotta has underlined the desire for clarity, while the club remain open to substantial offers for Calhanoglu, who is seen as a high-value asset with two years left on his contract. Fenerbahce’s interest has not advanced beyond informal contacts, and Galatasaray have withdrawn after failing to meet Inter’s valuation.
With talks set to take place to decide his future, Marotta was asked about the transfer speculation. He told reporters: “I wouldn’t want something to become a coincidence when it isn’t. We’re faced with phantom requests that never reach us, and without them, there can’t even be any consideration.”
Inter will hold face-to-face meetings with Calhanoglu and his representatives this week, intending to resolve uncertainty before pre-season training resumes. If no formal proposal arises from Fenerbahce or any other club, Calhanoglu will re-integrate with the squad and prepare for the new season. Inter are reportedly willing to consider bids of at least €25 million but maintain their stance of not forcing a departure. The upcoming discussions will be crucial in shaping both the club’s strategy and Calhanoglu’s immediate future.
