Inter have the economic strength to bring Barcelona star Lionel Messi to Milan, according to a report from today’s paper edition of the Milano based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport.

The report details how the Nerazzurri’s owners the Suning group are incredibly keen to strengthen the club as much as possible and understand that signing the Argentine star would also bring millions of new fans and sponsors to the club, instantly making the Nerazzurri the talk of the footballing world.

Messi’s contract expires with Barcelona at the end of next season, the report continues, and his father, Jorge, has moved the family’s business to Milan, which may also help to facilitate a possible deal.

According to the report, a move to Milan would also be beneficial for the Messi family due to tax reasons, which could factor into their decision, as the duo having battled the Spanish judicial system for many years over tax issues.