Inter CEO Piero Ausilio has acknowledged a significant disparity in valuation concerning Liverpool midfielder Curtis Jones, while tempering expectations for Oumar Solet and Eduardo Camavinga, emphasizing the need for realism in their transfer strategy.
Speaking at an event in Rimini during the opening of the Serie A transfer window, Ausilio provided updates on the club’s transfer activities.
Inter has been pursuing Liverpool’s Curtis Jones, but the reported €40 million valuation from Liverpool, despite Jones’ contract expiring in June 2027, presents a substantial obstacle. Ausilio stated, “I never denied our interest in this player, we had also tried for him in January, but I must also be equally honest here and say he’s a player with characteristics we’d like, but at this moment there is a big gap between our valuation and that of Liverpool.” He further elaborated, “Seeing as he is a Liverpool player, they have every right to ask what they want, but we too have the right to say if we accept or not. At this moment, I can say it is a very difficult operation to see through to the end.” Inter’s offer is reportedly around €25 million, falling considerably short of Liverpool’s demands.
Regarding other rumored targets, Ausilio indicated that deals for players like Udinese defender Oumar Solet are also far from completion. “Solet, like many other players, can be an opportunity, but he is not the only one. Besides, I am by no means certain he can be the right one for us, let’s just calmly see what the transfer market brings, but we are in no rush and can begin pre-season with the squad we have,” Ausilio commented, while confirming the club’s intention to sign two new defenders.
Ausilio also clarified that there is “absolutely no interest” in Roma midfielder Niccolò Pisilli.
When questioned about Real Madrid midfielder Eduardo Camavinga, Ausilio expressed a sense of impracticality. “We must be realistic, there are some players who can be taken into consideration, and others who cannot. We know Camavinga’s transfer value and his salary, so it is not feasible.”
English Translation:
Inter CEO Piero Ausilio has admitted there is a ‘big gap’ in negotiations with Liverpool over Curtis Jones, while deeming moves for Oumar Solet and Eduardo Camavinga unrealistic. He stressed the need for a pragmatic approach to potential signings.
Speaking at an event in Rimini to mark the start of the Serie A transfer market, the Inter chief discussed several transfer rumors.
It is well-known that Inter is interested in Liverpool midfielder Jones. However, despite his contract running until June 2027, Liverpool’s asking price remains around €40 million. Ausilio commented, “I never denied our interest in this player; we tried for him in January too. But I must be equally honest and say that he is a player with characteristics we desire, but at this moment, there’s a significant gap between our valuation and Liverpool’s.” He added, “As he is a Liverpool player, they have every right to set their price, but we also have the right to accept or reject it. Right now, I can say this is a very difficult operation to complete.” Inter’s current proposal is approximately €25 million, a considerable difference from Liverpool’s €40 million valuation.
Furthermore, Ausilio indicated that other rumored transfers are far from being finalized, including the pursuit of Udinese defender Solet. “Solet, like many other players, could be an option, but he isn’t the only one. Moreover, I am not certain he is the right fit for us. We will calmly observe the transfer market’s developments, but we are not in a hurry and can start pre-season with our current squad,” he stated, while confirming the club’s plan to acquire two new defenders.
Ausilio also confirmed that the club has “absolutely no interest” in Roma midfielder Niccolò Pisilli.
When asked about Real Madrid midfielder Camavinga, Ausilio conveyed a sense of futility. “We have to be realistic. There are some players we can consider, and others we cannot. We are aware of Camavinga’s transfer value and his salary, so it’s not feasible.”