Stefan de Vrij could make his return from injury when Inter Milan host Cagliari this Sunday, but the reported Newcastle United transfer target faces an uncertain future at the San Siro.
That’s according to Gazzetta dello Sport, who report the Nerazzurri have not approached the defender to discuss a new contract. He is the only 2020/21 Serie A title winner with whom the club are yet to discuss an extension.
De Vrij’s situation ought to be a point of order for Inter Milan with his current deal expiring in 2023. Next year will, therefore, be their final chance to chase a substantial transfer fee.
A question mark hovers over De Vrij’s future at Inter Milan as neither are in a rush to start negotiations. So, his situation has alerted a host of top European sides to a possible move.
De Vrij was a fundamental part of the Nerazzurri’s’ Scudetto success last season in Antonio Conte’s defence. His mix of force and tactical nous making Inter an unyielding unit to break.
De Vrij’s contract situation at Inter Milan of transfer interest to Newcastle
But Conte’s departure and the arrival of Simone Inzaghi as head coach has seen Inter Milan shift style slightly, placing less reliance on De Vrij – a possible transfer target for Newcastle.
Reports by The Times claim Newcastle will raid Serie A in January, with Inter Milan star De Vrij an option. The Northern Echo also claim the Dutchman’s agent has offered the Toon a chance to strike a deal. Club chiefs at St James’ Park also looked fondly on the approach.
De Vrij has been unable to show Newcastle why they should plot a January transfer in Inter Milan’s recent games. The £116k-a-week ace has missed their last four Serie A fixtures.
He returned to Inzaghi’s bench against Real Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday, however. The Nerazzurri boss could now recall him when they host Cagliari on Sunday.
Inzaghi overlooking De Vrij would offer Newcastle another interesting update for their transfer plans, amid Inter Milan’s reluctance to hold discussions over a new contract.
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