The relationship between Croatian midfielder Marcelo Brozovic and Inter this summer has been anything but serene; after a series of silences came strong words and heavy accusations as it looked as though the 23-year-old’s time at the nerazzurri was coming to an end. After switching agents and becoming part of the Doyen Sports Group (without notifying the club) the writing looked to be on the wall. Inter wanted €25 million for the player and nobody really came forward and in a dramatic turnaround, Brozovic looks set to extend his stay in Milan with a new deal being put on the table.
 

When Chelsea’s interest disappeared in mid-August, Brozovic realised that his future would be better served at his current employer and Inter decided to sit down and speak of a possible renewal. Now the Croat will pen a new deal until 2021, with a salary of €2.7 million plus bonuses linked to the performances of the team. There will also be a €50 million clause inserted in this which will only be valid from teams outside of Serie A as the nerazzurri do not want to sell him to a direct rival.  

Brozovic was close to becoming a Juventus player right at the end of the window when Inter started making enquiries about Stephen Lichtsteiner; an exchange involving the Croatian midfielder was suggested to Inter and this was swiftly rejected by new owners Suning. Inter were only and seemingly still only, prepared to listen to concrete offers from abroad.


By Fabrizio Romano. Adapted and translated by Steve Mitchell