Inter Milan have been on the search for a replacement fullback. This comes as it was officially announced today, that Denzel Dumfries would join Real Madrid. Dumfries joined Los Blancos after they activated his 20 million euro release clause, after agreeing personal terms with him.

Dumfries, was a key part of Inter’s squad last season, providing four goal involvements. This all came while battling injury, which showed the Nerazzurri that he is replaceable for Cristian Chivu. That replacement looks to be Anan Khalaili, as he is getting closer to joining Inter.

Denzel Dumfries of Netherlands arrives at the stadium before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between Netherlands and Morocco at Monterrey…

Khalaili was first on the radar of Napoli in Serie A, as they valued the full back. However, those talks stalled as Napoli decided to focus on signing Mario Gila from Lazio. Gila now looks set to join AC Milan over Napoli as they offered him a higher salary. They also won’t be able to come back to Khalaili as Inter are full tilt to complete the deal.

This comes from a report from Nico Schira which states that Inter are close to completing a deal. Inter will spend roughly 20 million euros to complete a deal. This is less than than the 25-30 million which was thought to complete the deal. Khalaili and Inter have already agreed personal terms on a deal until 2031 (read more here)

Rafael Leao future remains up in the air coming into next season. It is all but certain that he will leave the Rossoneri this summer, as he wants a new challenge from the club. There was rumours that new manager Ruben Amorim would try to convince Leao to stay, however these are false.

Amorim has already decided on his new front three for the future, after signing Goncalo Ramos. This will consist of, Christopher Nkunku, Christian Pulisic and new signing Ramos. Therefore, Leao is now left out of Milan’s plan as they look to build a new team for next season.

Goncalo Ramos of Portugal celebrates after scoring his team’s second goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between Portugal and…

Barcelona have already made initial inquiries to Milan according to Ekrem Konur on X. Anthony Gordon has already been signed by Barcelona this summer, who plays in the same position as Leao. Barcelona also invested 80 million euros in the signing of Gordon so it is unlikely, they will do the same with Leao.

However, the Rossoneri could be open to a loan to buy deal to get Leao’s wages off their books. This would make a move possible for Barcelona, especially since Leao now has a lower price. Leao’s, 150 million release clause is no longer his asking price, instead dropping down to 60-70 million euros.

This is a figure that Barcelona could easily justify paying, especially for a player of Leao’s quality. But, to sign him they will have competition as Leao has already began speaking to other clubs. TEAMtalk are reporting that Leao has said give English side a verbal yes to join them this summer.

Tottenham are the only club, currently to make Leao their priority target. This is despite interest from Arsenal, Manchester United and FC Barcelona this summer. The london based club are serious about signing Leao this summer. This comes they look to build a stronger side for new manager Roberto Di Zerbi.

Marco Palestra was set to be Inter Milan’s first signing of the summer. However, the deal fell through at the 23rd hour as Chelsea swooped in to sign Palestra. This left Inter stranded as they looked for a replacement for Denzel Dumfries who left for Real Madrid.

Chelsea Unveil New Signing Marco Palestra at Chelsea Training Ground on July 1, 2026 in Cobham, England.

Inter Milan then began to look for replacements for Dumfries, as alternatives to Palestra. Dodo, Dan Ndoye, Wesley and Andrea Cambiaso where all names linked for Inter. But, none of these deals eventuate despite the fact meetings took place for some. This includes with the agent of Cambiaso at Inter’s headquarters today according to SportMediaset.

This lead Inter Milan to Anan Khalaili as he looked to be up for sale by Union Saint Gilloise. His talents, didn’t go unknown in Serie A with Napoli also interested in signing him. This came as Napoli wants to build a stronger defence for the future manager Massimiliano Allegri.

Napoli began in the lead to sign Khalili as they began talks with Khalaili and Union Saint Gilloise early. This is because he was Napoli’s priority target instead of someone like Palestra who would be more expensive. But, Inter have managed to overtake him in the lead to sign Khalaili.

This has led to the Nerazzurri, managing to reach a personal agreement with Khalaili according to Nico Schira. Khalaili has agreed to the contract in principle for a deal until 2031. This deal will see Khalaili earn 1.8 million euros per season. Inter Milan will now work to agree terms with Union Saint Gilloise.

Inter Milan will work tirelessly to try and agree a deal for Khalaili to make him their first signing of the summer. Pasquale Guarro is reporting that Inter Milan are ready to pay 25 million euros for Khalaili. This is Union Saint Gilloise allegaded asking price for Khalaili which should see the deal be completed soon.