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Yahoo
11-07-2025
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- Yahoo
Report – Inter Milan Could Terminate Italy Veteran's Contract By Paying Out Clause
Inter Milan could reportedly terminate the contract of veteran defender Francesco Acerbi by paying out a clause in his deal. This according to today's print edition of Milan-based newspaper Libero, via FCInter1908. They report that the Nerazzurri are considering paying the Italian international €500,000 to end his deal early. Advertisement Francesco Acerbi has been an Inter Milan player for the past three years. He joined from Lazio in the summer of 2022. During that period, Acerbi has been a stalwart at the back for Inter. However, there is no getting around the fact that Acerbi is now well into his thirties. He will turn 38 next season. Inter Milan Could Pay €500,000 Clause To Terminate Contract Of Francesco Acerbi PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 17: Francesco Acerbi of FC Internazionale Milano in action during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between CF Monterrey and FC Internazionale Milano at Rose Bowl Stadium on June 17, 2025 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by) And according to Libero, Inter Milan are considering cutting Francesco Acerbi loose. The Nerazzurri want to focus on the future and build their project around young players. Therefore, they are ready to try and sign teenage defender Giovanni Leoni from Parma. Advertisement As such, Inter may decide that there is no room for Acerbi. The 37-year-old is under contract with Inter until the end of next June. However, Inter do have the option to terminate the veteran defender's deal. As Libero note, there is a clause in Acerbi's contract. If Inter give the former Lazio and Sassuolo defender a €500,000 payout, then his contract will end.
Yahoo
05-07-2025
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- Yahoo
Report – Inzaghi Wants To Bring Inter Milan & Italy Star To Al-Hilal
Report – Inzaghi Wants To Bring Inter Milan & Italy Star To Al-Hilal Simone Inzaghi reportedly wants to bring Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi to Al-Hilal this summer transfer window. This according to Italian broadcaster SportMediaset, via FCInterNews. They report that the Saudi club have not made Inter an official offer yet, however. Advertisement Coach Simone Inzaghi left Inter Milan to join Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal last month. The 49-year-old decided to prioritize the cash on offer in Saudi Arabia rather than continuing to coach at a high level in Europe. After Inzaghi made the switch to Riyadh, a big question has been whether he would target any of his former players at Inter. Inzaghi Wants Inter Defender Francesco Acerbi At Al-Hilal PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 17: Francesco Acerbi #15 of FC Internazionale Milano warms up prior to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between CF Monterrey and FC Internazionale Milano at Rose Bowl Stadium on June 17, 2025 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by) According SportMediaset, there is one player in particular who Inzaghi would like to sign from Inter. Veteran Italian international defender Francesco Acerbi has been a trusted lieutenant of Inzaghi for a long time. Advertisement Inzaghi had worked with Acerbi for several seasons at Lazio. Then, he pushed to bring the former AC Milan and Sassuolo defender to Inter in 2022. Inzaghi then made Acerbi the central figure of Inter's back three. The 37-year-old is therefore a player who Inzaghi would be keen to bring to Saudi Arabia. He wants the veteran defender as a reliable presence at the back. Mediaset report that so far, Al-Hilal have not made any bids to Inter. However, the broadcaster anticipate, there is every chance that an offer will arrive soon.
Yahoo
28-06-2025
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- Yahoo
Inter Milan To Make Decisions On Future Of Aging Trio After Club World Cup
Inter Milan To Make Decisions On Future Of Aging Trio After Club World Cup Inter Milan will decide on the futures of Francesco Acerbi, Matteo Darmian, and Henrikh Mkhitaryan after the Club World Cup. This according to Italian outlet FCInterNews. They report that out of the three veteran players, Acerbi would be the likeliest to depart this summer. Advertisement This summer looks to be one of transition for Inter Milan. It is no secret that Inter owners Oaktree Capital want to move the project towards a focus on youth rather than experience. Moreover, the Nerazzurri had the highest average squad age in Serie A last season. By some distance. Therefore, Inter are skewing towards signing younger players. But at the same time, the Nerazzurri also must make decisions regarding the future of some veteran players who have been key figures for them over the last few years. Inter Milan To Decide On Futures Of Acerbi, Darmian & Mkhitaryan After Club World Cup PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 17: Francesco Acerbi #15 of FC Internazionale Milano warms up prior to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between CF Monterrey and FC Internazionale Milano at Rose Bowl Stadium on June 17, 2025 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by) In the meantime, Inter Milan have been playing at the Club World Cup this summer. Advertisement The tournament has acted as something of a watershed for the Nerazzurri squad. On the one hand, young players have gotten a chance to impress. Players like Francesco Pio Esposito, Valentin Carboni, Petar Sucic, and Luis Henrique have all caught the eye. But at the same time, new Inter coach Cristian Chivu has still been relying on some of the veterans in the squad. For example, Francesco Acerbi has started two out of Inter's three group stage matches. Meanwhile, Matteo Darmian started all three. He started at right-wingback against Monterrey, before filling in on the right of the back three in the absence of Benjamin Pavard and Yann Bisseck. Advertisement Then, Henrikh Mkhitaryan has started twice and come off the bench once. Therefore, it is clear that, at least for the time being, these vastly experienced players have a role to play. But this summer will represent an important turning point for Inter. And the club must decide which older players will have a role next season. According to FCInterNews, it is not impossible that Inter could decide to part ways with Francesco Acerbi. Considering that the Nerazzurri are aiming to make a major defensive signing, the 37-year-old may find himself squeezed out. On the other hand, the versatile Matteo Darmian is more likely to remain as reliable squad depth. Advertisement Similarly, FCIN report, Inter are likely to keep Henrikh Mkhitaryan in the fold. The Armenian won't be a regular starter as he has been in the last three seasons. Most likely, Petar Sucic's arrival will mean that Mkhitaryan's playing time tails off. However, reports FCIN, Inter will in all likelihood keep Mkhitaryan around.
Daily Mirror
21-06-2025
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- Daily Mirror
Inter Milan star tells PSG fan 'I'll beat the s*** out of you' after UCL jibe
Inter Milan were crushed 5-0 in the Champions League final by Paris Saint-Germain earlier this month, as Francesco Acerbi suffered one particularly embarrassing moment Francesco Acerbi threatened to 'beat the s***' out of a Paris Saint-Germain fan who goaded the Inter Milan star about the teams' Champions League final clash. Acerbi's Inter were hammered 5-0 by PSG in Munich on June 1 and now both teams are competing at the Club World Cup in the United States. During the closing stages of the one-sided final, 37-year-old Acerbi was embarrassed by PSG forward Bradley Barcola, whose fancy footwork left the Italian defender dazzled. The moment was widely shared on social media and one fan in Seattle took his torment a step further. During a meet-and-greet event, the fan - who was wearing a PSG shirt - reminded Acerbi of the humiliating moment. The ex-Lazio defender sought the help of a translator, who sternly told the fan in English: "You must be serious with him." Just a few seconds later, Acerbi made his feelings clear. Fuming in Italian, he said: "I'm serious. Don't make fun of me - I don't like it. I'm crazy, I'll beat the s*** out of you." Acerbi quickly moved on, posing for photos with more respecting fans. It's not the first time the veteran centre-back has been embroiled in controversy this month. Despite Italy playing two crucial World Cup qualifiers earlier this month, Acerbi turned down a call-up for his national team. He accused manager Luciano Spalletti, who's since been sacked, of disrespecting him. Acerbi posted on social media: "It's not a decision I have taken lightly. However, I believe that in light of recent events the conditions aren't there today for me to go forward with serenity. "I demand respect. If that respect is lacking from those who should lead the group, I prefer to step aside. I won't stay where I'm no longer truly wanted and it's clear I'm not part of the coach's project." Acerbi's focus shifted to helping Inter against Japanese side Urawa Reds in their second match of the Club World Cup on Saturday. He'll also be looking to impress new manager Cristian Chivu. Ex-Inter defender Chivu has taken over from Simone Inzaghi, who left San Siro for the riches of Saudi Arabian heavyweights Al-Hilal shortly after the Champions League final. Former team-mate Javier Zanetti, who's now the vice-president of Inter, commented: "The Champions League final marked the end of a chapter, and now a new one begins. "That's football - constant perseverance, belief in hard work and a project. And we're on that path now. We have great confidence in what Cristian Chivu can bring. I know him personally - we were team-mates - and I can say he's a wonderful person. We know he'll do a great job here. This Club World Cup is a great test for all of us." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
The Irish Sun
21-06-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
‘I'm crazy… I'll beat the s*** out of you' – Heated moment furious Inter star Acerbi threatens to fight PSG fan
INTER MILAN star Francesco Acerbi threatened to fight a Paris Saint-Germain fan during a meet and greet in the US. The Italian veteran, 37, is in Seattle with the Serie A giants for the Club World Cup. 3 Francesco Acerbi got angry during a meet and greet in the US Credit: X 3 Bradley Barcola sent Acerbi to the ground during the Champions League final During a fan meet and greet, Acerbi was cheekily reminded of the moment Speaking via a translator, the centre-back was fuming with the supporter. The translator sternly warned the fan: "You must be serious with him." Acerbi then let rip in Italian, blasting: "I'm serious. Don't make fun of me - I don't like it… I'm crazy, I'll beat the s*** out of you." READ MORE IN FOOTBALL The Inter are looking to bounce back quickly from their Champions League mauling as they compete in the Club World Cup. The Italian giants are playing under new manager Cristian Chivu, with Simone Inzaghi having Most read in Football Inter drew their opener 1-1 vs Monterrey, with Acerbi playing the full 90 minutes. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 3 Acerbi was back in action in the Club World Cup earlier this week Credit: Getty The defender was playing in his first match since the Champions League final, having turned down an Italy call-up. Acerbi missed games against Norway and Moldova, as he felt "disrespected" by boss Luciano Spalletti, who has since resigned. The 34-cap star wrote on Instagram: "It's not a decision I have taken lightly. However, I believe that in light of recent events the conditions aren't there today for me to go forward with serenity. "I demand respect. If that respect is lacking from those who should lead the group, I prefer to step aside. "I won't stay where I'm no longer truly wanted and it's clear I'm not part of the coach's project." Spalletti subsequently resigned following an awful 3-0 defeat in Norway, with Gennaro Gattuso taking over. Inter return to action this evening, as they face Japanese side Urawa Reds in Seattle. They will then conclude their group stage campaign by taking on Club World Cup 2025 Guide SOME of the world's biggest clubs are in action at this summer's Club World Cup in the United States! Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid, Man City, and Inter Miami are among the 32 teams taking part in the tournament, which runs from June 14 to July 13. The likes of Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, Ousmane Dembele, Cole Palmer and Harry Kane are showcasing their skills to packed crowds across the US. INFO Everything you need to know about the Club World Cup LATEST NEWS & FEATURES Club World Cup top scorers
