Inter Milan will reportedly finalize the transfer of Francesco Acerbi from Lazio. The defender spent the last campaign on loan at Appiano Gentile.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport via FcInterNews, the Nerazzurri will pay the Biancocelesti four million euros as the agreement between the two clubs from last summer stated.
As the source explains, the Beneamata didn’t want to waste time negotiating a discount while fully knowing that their attempts could be in vain.
Therefore, Inter Milan have decided to splash the cash and complete the transfer of Acerbi from Lazio,
Despite celebrating his 35th birthday earlier this season, the Italian remains a reliable presence at the back.
Last season, he cemented himself as a regular starter in Simone Inzaghi’s starting lineup. He replaced Stefan de Vrij who had some shaky displays at the heart of the back three.
The former Chievo, AC Milan and Sassuolo defender made 49 appearances for the Beneamata across all competitions. He contributed in a single goal and an assist.
The source notes that signing Acerbi from Lazio would be the first operation that Inter Milan conclude in the summer transfer market.
On another note, the report adds that de Vrij will sign a two-year contract with the Nerazzurri in the coming days.
Yesterday, famous Italian agent Federico Pastorello, who represents both Acerbi and de Vrij, tipped the experienced defensive duo to remain at Inter.
