Inter Milan is setting its sights on Angelo Stiller, currently playing for VfB Stuttgart, as a potential successor to Hakan Calhanoglu. The Italian club is exploring options to replace the Turkish midfielder, who may be leaving the team soon.
Following Inter`s elimination from the FIFA Club World Cup by Fluminense, discussions about Calhanoglu`s future intensified. Team captain Lautaro Martinez and club president Beppe Marotta suggested that if Calhanoglu is not committed to staying, he should consider leaving.
With Galatasaray showing interest in Calhanoglu, Inter is now tasked with finding a suitable replacement. According to transfer expert Gianluigi Longari, Stiller has emerged as a prime candidate.
At 24 years old, Stiller has already earned four caps for the German national team and was a regular in the Under-21 squad. His experience and potential make him an attractive option for Inter`s midfield rejuvenation plans.
Stiller`s Background and Potential Deal
Stiller, a product of Bayern Munich`s youth academy, joined Hoffenheim as a free agent before moving to VfB Stuttgart in 2023 for €5.5 million. His development and current form have caught Inter`s attention.
Interestingly, the deal could involve more than just Stiller. Reports suggest that Stuttgart is interested in Aleksandar Stankovic, son of former Inter midfielder Dejan Stankovic. The 19-year-old Stankovic, currently in Inter`s youth team, could be part of a swap deal, helping Inter manage costs.
However, Inter isn`t the only club eyeing young talent. Club Brugge is also reportedly interested in Stankovic, adding complexity to the potential transfer negotiations.
As the summer transfer window approaches, Inter Milan`s pursuit of Stiller and the possible involvement of Stankovic will be closely watched by football fans and analysts alike.