Inter Milan are working behind the smokescreen to secure a major midfield coup in Lazio ace Nicolo Rovella.

Per Il Giorno via FCInter1908, they’ve opened secret talks with the Biancocelesti over a ‘sensational’ swap deal.

Indeed, Davide Frattesi would head in the opposite direction.

However, it’s still only a theory. First and foremost, Inter must solve the future of Hakan Calhanoglu.

Tracked by Galatasaray, the 31-year-old could depart the San Siro after four years.

Inter Milan Working Behind the Scenes to Sign Nicolo Rovella

Lazio Nicolo Rovella
ROME, ITALY – NOVEMBER 24: Nicolò Rovella of SS Lazio celebrate s a victory after the Serie A match between SS Lazio and Bologna at Stadio Olimpico on November 24, 2024 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Marco Rosi – SS Lazio/Getty Images)

Calhanoglu’s exit would leave a sizeable gap in the engine room.

Therefore, Inter cannot afford to take the situation lightly.

Meanwhile, Rovella has caught Beppe Marotta’s side, although Lazio are not enthusiastic about losing their star midfielder.

Yet, Marotta could change Claudio Lotito’s mind by offering Frattesi’s services in return.

Despite his past connections with Roma, the 25-year-old would be a massive addition to Lazio.

On the other hand, Rovella’s arrival would compensate for any potential departure from Calhanoglu.

Inter are working in secret, and this approach could soon yield results.