Serie A heavyweights Inter Milan have earmarked outgoing Al-Hilal star Joao Cancelo as one of their top targets for the January transfer window.

According to Sky Sport via FCInter1908, the Nerazzurri are eager to bring the 31-year-old back to San Siro this winter.

With Denzel Dumfries set to stay in the pits until March, Cristian Chivu’s charges are in the market for a new wingback.

Furthermore, they’ve set their sights on several Serie A stars, including Brooke Norton-Cuffy and Marco Palestra.

However, Joao Cancelo has emerged as a presentable market opportunity.

Al-Hilal Must Help Inter Milan Sign Joao Cancelo

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Despite Cancelo’s overwhelming desire to return to Europe, his eye-watering wages remain a huge stumbling block.

Indeed, the former Manchester City wingback earns around €18 million net per season, including bonuses.

Therefore, Inter cannot afford to match his current salary and need Al-Hilal to extend a helping hand.

Simone Inzaghi’s side must agree to pay a large portion of Cancelo’s wages to facilitate his move to San Siro.

Whether the Riyadh outfit would be willing to do that remains uncertain.