Negotiations between Inter Milan and Fiorentina over the transfer of Sebastiano Esposito have hit a standstill.

Per Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, there’s a sizeable gap between Inter’s demands and Fiorentina’s offer.

Despite putting the 23-year-old up for sale, the San Siro giants are holding out for their €12 million asking price.

Indeed, Inter must offload several second-string stars to make room for new arrivals and, more importantly, balance the books.

However, they’re facing obstacles.

Inter Milan & Fiorentina At Odds for Sebastiano Esposito

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EMPOLI, ITALY – AUGUST 17: Sebastiano Esposito of Empoli FC looks on during the Serie A match between Empoli and Monza at Stadio Carlo Castellani on August 17, 2024 in Empoli, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)

Sebastiano Esposito has emerged as a concrete target for Fiorentina now that Albert Gudmundsson could leave the club.

Yet, the former UEFA Conference League finalists are only willing to offer more than €7m for the Italian striker.

On the other hand, Inter are unprepared to go below the €10m threshold.

Therefore, talks have taken a pause, with Fiorentina re-evaluating their options.

Lucas Beltran’s departure could bolster Fiorentina’s finances and allow them to up their bid for the ex-Empoli loanee.

Meanwhile, there’s no chance Inter would sanction Esposito’s exit under current terms.