Inter could enter the market for a new midfielder if Davide Frattesi completes a move to Nottingham Forest before the deadline.
The scenario has become central to the club’s late transfer strategy.
According to FCInterNews, Forest have stepped up their pursuit of the Italy international and have proposed a loan with an option to buy.
The deal is advancing between the clubs, but the final decision now rests with Frattesi himself.
Inter Will Only Sign A Midfielder If Frattesi Joins Forest

Inter, meanwhile, do not intend to weaken their midfield without securing a replacement.
If Frattesi departs, the Nerazzurri will immediately look for reinforcements to maintain balance in the squad.
The reports also provided an update on Moussa Diaby.
The French winger has reportedly already agreed terms with Inter and continues to push for the move despite interest from England.
The remaining obstacle lies with Al-Ittihad, who must decide whether to approve an exit. Inter, for their part, are not pursuing a permanent transfer structure for Diaby.
For now, everything hinges on Frattesi’s choice as the clock ticks down on the window.

Rumor says Inter is talking to Liverpool for Curtis Jones.
I’m in on selling him. He doesn’t play and when he does he contributes next to nothing. His goals have dried up as well. If we are to sell him we need vice Hakan or someone who can cover multiple positions including regista.
Barela, Chalha and Zielinski are starting material and all three considered strong players, who else? Mikhi is too old, Sucic still unconvincing and inconsistent, Diouf – no comment…who else?
I mean we don’t really need a replacement… we have 7 midfielders.
Just give Diouf Frattesis game time….
I also dont think we need a replacement for a player that almost never plays. Even andy hasnt played much. Let along someone like Bovo. Even though he made the squad often lately