Inter may have not landed one of the best European midfielders Luka Modric in this transfer window. But in the meantime we have learnt various aspects which should be taken into consideration.

1. Inter is once again attracting top players

Yes and no. It is true that Inter’s transfer market was top notch when compared to previous sessions. It is also true that Modric is a top player. But I would thread carefully on this notion. Inter was very much appealing and tempting for Modric for various reasons. I will name just a few of them:

  • Having 3 other co-nationals (Brozovic, Perisic, Vrsaljko)
  • Milano being closer to his homeland than Spain
  • A new challenge in a new league, having already played in England and Spain
  • Having the chance to be a squad’s top player, not shadowed by others

What I’m saying is that any other top player may not be necessarily be as enthusiastic as Modric when faced with the prospect of joining Inter. On a more optimistic note, this can gradually change if Inter confirm their progress on the pitch. Through a good performance in the Champions League, Inter can announce to the rest of Europe that they are back as one of the Italian giants. Just like in the past.

2. Spalletti still needs a midfield Maestro

Despite very good signings, the fact that Inter pursued Modric may shed light that Spalletti still requires the services of a regista, what Juve had with Pirlo some years ago. Indeed, one may argue that Inter had to endure a difficult spell last year when their gameplay became predictable for their opponents, and had a huge difficulty to create chances and play a flowing game.

This was partly addressed with the creativity of a newcomer Rafinha and with Brozovic who was retreated from an attacking midfield role. In the absence of Modric, it will still be Brozovic who will be tasked to create play and infiltrate the opposition’s defence with risky passes.

3. Suning ARE ambitious

Faced with the chance of securing Modric, Suning did not hesitate to open its cheque book and offer a substantial pay, fitting for a player of his calibre. They could have hided behind arguments that he’s 33 years old and that they would be unable to recover the investment done from a future transfer fee.

They did not, and indeed showed once again how they are truly coming to understand what Inter means.Modric was a confirmation of Suning’s serious commitment towards making Inter great again.

4. Florentino Perez is pathetic

Giving away Cristiano Ronaldo for €100 million, keeping Modric at all costs despite a gentlemen agreement… and in addition to this, pondering on reporting Inter to UEFA after what he did to take Mourinho from us in 2010?

I don’t think this deserves much more convincing arguments, but I’m sure no Inter supporter will be heartbroken should Real Madrid’s season be disastrous…

James J Piscopo is a journalist based in Malta. 27 years old, he has been following Inter for more than two decades. He writes a weekly editorial exclusively for SempreInter.com