Inter Milan are reportedly in advanced talks to sign Parma striker Ange-Yoan Bonny, with the aim of registering him in time for the knockout stages of the FIFA Club World Cup. The Nerazzurri are pushing to finalize the deal as their attacking options face challenges in the ongoing tournament.
Parma Talks Well Underway
Negotiations between Inter and Parma for the France Under-21 international are said to be nearing completion. Reports indicate that a fee of around €25 million is being discussed. While a direct cash deal is possible, Inter are also exploring the inclusion of young striker Sebastiano Esposito as part of the agreement, though they are reportedly prepared to finalize the transfer even without him.
Esposito himself is said to be open to a move to Parma. Bonny has already agreed on personal terms with Inter, reportedly signing a five-year deal worth around €2 million net per season.
Club World Cup Registration Window
Inter’s urgency stems from a special transfer window for clubs participating in the Club World Cup, which allows new signings to be registered between June 27th and July 3rd. While Bonny was not registered for the group stage matches, his arrival before the knockout rounds would significantly bolster Inter’s squad.
Attacking Reinforcement Needed
The move for Bonny comes as Inter’s current attacking lineup faces various issues. Captain Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram have appeared sluggish in early Club World Cup matches. Other forwards like Sebastiano Esposito are potentially on their way out, Mehdi Taremi’s availability is uncertain due to external factors, and Valentin Carboni is just returning from injury. Bonny, seen as an ideal player to follow in the footsteps of Marcus Thuram, is expected to provide much-needed firepower for the latter stages of the tournament, should Inter qualify.
Bonny’s Profile and Impact
Ange-Yoan Bonny, aged 21, has impressed in Serie A with Parma, particularly under current Inter coach Cristian Chivu, who previously managed him at Parma. He recorded six goals and four assists in 37 Serie A appearances last season. His youth and potential align with Inter’s strategy to rejuvenate their attack. If the deal goes through, he could make his debut for Inter as early as the Club World Cup knockout rounds, providing an immediate impact to their campaign.
