Defensive Carousel – Valencia & Parma Stars Picked To Replace Two Outgoing Inter Milan Center-Backs

Francesco Acerbi and Yann Bisseck could make way for Giovanni Leoni and Cristhian Mosquera at Stadio San Siro.
According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInter1908, Inter Milan could make several defensive changes this summer.
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Yann Bisseck could be the subject of a big-money move to the Premier League.
Indeed, Manchester United and West Ham United have set their sights on the German star.
Meanwhile, Inter could terminate Acerbi's contract in the coming weeks.
Though his deal runs out next summer, the Nerazzurri are considering activating a termination clause.
If that's the case, they'll add at least two new defenders to Cristian Chivu's squad.
Francesco Acerbi & Yann Bisseck Out – Giovanni Leoni & Cristhian Mosquera In
MALLORCA, SPAIN – NOVEMBER 29: Cristhian Mosquera of Valencia CF gestures during the LaLiga match between RCD Mallorca and Valencia CF at Estadi de Son Moix on November 29, 2024 in Mallorca, Spain. (Photo by)
Bisseck's departure will probably fill Inter's coffers, allowing them to pursue Cristhian Mosquera.
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Despite the 20-year-old's expiring contract, Valencia won't let him for less than €20 million.
Therefore, Bisseck's sale is the first prerequisite for the Nerazzurri to launch a concrete bid for the Spaniard.
Meanwhile, Giovanni Leoni fits the club's new transfer policy and would be one for the future.
At 18, he's one of the hottest Serie A prospects but still lacks experience on the grandest stage.
However, he worked with Chivu at Ennio Tardini, meaning the new Inter boss has firsthand insight into his potential.

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