He arrived to fanfares in the summer but it’s been a frustrating time at Inter for Brazilian striker Gabigol. Having hardly been given the chance to display his talents in a nerazzurri jersey, his agent, Wagner Ribeiro told Radio Bandeirantes that a January move is now possible, explaining that; “Gabriel is not happy at the moment. It’s not a case of being in conflict with his teammates; the problem is that he never gets a chance to play. In January we want the situation resolved”.He continued by stating that; “Just before he left, Frank de Boer said there was no problem but now with Pioli the situation is the same. If he doesn’t get a chance to play when his team are 3-0 down to Napoli, when will he get a chance?”  

It now looks increasingly likely that a loan move in January is the best short-term solution. Ribeiro explained that; “This possibility exists and he could return to Brazil in 2017 even if that would be seen as a step backwards. There is however the situation concerning the non EU slot that Gabriel takes in the team. If he goes out on-loan to Brazil they would lose this place so it would be easier for him to head out to another club in Italy”.


Steve Mitchell @barafundler