Serie A giants Inter Milan are reportedly set to beat Barcelona and Marseille to the signature of Hajduk Split youngster Branimir Mlacic.

According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the 18-year-old could soon become the new Nerazzurri player.

Widely considered as one of Europe’s hottest prospects, Branimir Mlacic has drawn inquiries from several top clubs.

Indeed, numerous European powerhouses, such as Barcelona and Marseille, have been hot on Mlacic’s trail.

Meanwhile, La Liga heavyweights Real Madrid have emerged as outside candidates to lure him away from his homeland.

However, Inter are reportedly on the verge of securing the teenager’s signature.

Inter Milan Overcome Barcelona & Marseille in Race for Branimir Mlacic

Piero Ausilio
LUGANO, SWITZERLAND – JULY 12: FC Internazionale Sportif Director Milano Piero Ausilio looks on before Pre-season Friendly between FC Lugano v FC Internazionale at Cornaredo Stadium on July 12, 2022 in Lugano, Switzerland. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

After making contact with the player’s agent last month, Inter stepped up talks with Hajduk.

Furthermore, the clubs have agreed on a €5.5 million price tag.

Yet, Mlacic will not join the Nerazzurri immediately.

Instead, he will stay in Split until the end of the season to continue his development.

Despite his youth, Mlacic has already collected 14 league starts this season, establishing himself as Hajduk’s defensive cornerstone.