Report – Roma Midfield Target Reignites Inter Milan Long-Term Prospects After Nearly Leaving In January
Report – Roma Midfield Target Reignites Inter Milan Long-Term Prospects After Nearly Leaving In January
Report – Roma Midfield Target Reignites Inter Milan Long-Term Prospects After Nearly Leaving In January
Roma target Davide Frattesi is on course to regain a prominent status at Inter Milan despite nearly leaving the club in January.
According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Italian midfielder would be 'an ideal fit' for the Giallorossi.
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Roma had tried to sign Davide Frattesi during the winter transfer window but to no avail.
Despite his bit-part role in his system, Simone Inzaghi refused to let the ex-Sassuolo star join his boyhood team.
Though many expected Roma's chances to soar in the summer, it could be quite the opposite.
Davide Frattesi Set to Rekindle Inter Milan Career Amid Roma Links
MILAN, ITALY – FEBRUARY 25: Hakan Calhanoglu of FC Internazionale celebrates scoring his team's second goal with teammate Davide Frattesi during the Coppa Italia Quarter Final match between FC Internazionale and SS Lazio at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on February 25, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by)
Marred by irregular first-team opportunities at the San Siro, Frattesi had reportedly asked to leave in January.
However, the club rebuffed his appeal.
That could prove a blessing in disguise for both parties, as Frattesi seems to be heading back to his best.
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Indeed, his last-gasp winner could prove decisive in Inter's bid to overcome Bayern Munich in the Champions League.
Furthermore, his overall performance has steadily grown these past few weeks.
Therefore, he could've already earned a lifeline at Inter.
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