Inter Milan would have little intention of spending €20 million to sign Atletico Madrid striker Alvaro Morata this summer.
This according to Spanish news outlet Relevo, via FCInterNews, who report that the Nerazzurri are certainly targeting the 30-year-old, but that they would seek a discount from the fee that Atletico are asking for him.
Inter have made Morata one of their main targets in the striker position after pulling the plug on their pursuit of Romelu Lukaku.
Reportedly, the former Chelsea, Juventus, and Real Madrid man is the target who Simone Inzaghi prefers.
There is no question about whether Morata would be able to adapt to Serie A. He has proven to be a reliable option in the Italian top flight during four seasons at the Bianconeri across two different spells.
Moreover, Roma are also keen on signing Morata. Giallorossi coach Jose Mourinho has reportedly identified the 30-year-old as his main target in attack.
However, the price tag will play a big role in determining whether Morata goes back to Serie A or not.
Inter Milan Have Clear Upper Limit On What They’ll Spend On Alvaro Morata
According to Relevo, the Nerazzurri have already indicated to Atletico that they will not spend €20 million to sign Morata.
That has been the price tag that the Colchoneros have been hoping to collect if they’re to cash in.
Now, it could be up to Atletico to decide whether or not to drop the asking price. Reports suggest that €20 million or so is what the Spaniards must sell Morata to avoid taking a capital loss.
However, that does not mean that the La Liga side may not still do so.
This would particularly be the case if the Colchoneros deem selling Morata to be necessary to go after other targets.
Relevo confirm a report from L’Equipe that Atletico have contacted Montpellier about striker Elye Wahi, himself also a target for Inter.
