Twenty million (plus eight in bonuses) was required to secure Dalbert from Nice to Inter. All for tactical work to continue at Appiano. Tuttosport emphasise hope versus complication for newcomers to Serie A, as Dalbert is not unlike other foreign stars now in Serie A who must first work hard to understand the concepts of Italian football before they can display their true qualities again. Examples include, Luis Alberto who has now exploded at Lazio after a season in hiding last year, but also and more relatable, Emerson Palmieri who was promoted by Spalletti after two years with just two appearances between Palermo and Roma.
Dalbert seems to have himself crushed out of fear of making a mistake. An excessive concentration on not incurring defensive errors have taken away his courage and initiative in the offensive phase which was formerly his strong suit.
Additionally, the high level standard of Santon and Nagatomo may of inflicted a further blow to his morale. A more negative performance against Pordenone on Tuesday night, even if he was not helped defensively by the young and eager Karamoh, who did not however damage his desire to continue work at Pinetina, as he was described to have worked as hard as Zanetti for the Nerazzurri team.
Dalbert will need to achieve a convincing performance from the very first minute to recover, because when he came on against Juventus, he did well to counter the difficulties Cuadrado created and looked like he was growing, he even prevented a goal.
