Kristjan Asllani, the 23-year-old Albanian midfielder, is on the brink of departing Inter Milan for Torino. This move comes after unsuccessful negotiations with Bologna and a declined offer from Real Betis.
Inter Milan acquired Asllani from Empoli in 2023 for €15.7 million, initially bringing him in on loan. The club`s intention was to groom him as a successor to their aging midfielders, such as Hakan Calhanoglu and Henrikh Mkhitaryan. However, with these veterans maintaining their positions and Asllani`s playing time remaining scarce, Inter has decided to sell the young talent this summer.
Bologna had been in advanced talks to sign Asllani, but his salary demands of €2 million per season proved too steep. Torino then entered the picture, with Asllani showing a preference for the Granata.
This transfer saga highlights the ongoing competition between Torino and Bologna in the transfer market. The two clubs are also vying for Venezia midfielder Hans Nicolussi Caviglia, demonstrating their similar recruitment strategies.
For Asllani, the move to Torino represents an opportunity for more regular playing time and a chance to fulfill the potential that prompted Inter to invest in him initially. As for Inter Milan, the sale allows them to recoup some of their investment while streamlining their midfield options.