Inter are looking stateside in their quest for a new main shirt sponsor, according to a report in the Italian media today.
As per Gazzetta dello Sport’s print edition, Steven Zhang is hopeful the Nerazzurri have left their most turbulent period behind after securing a €275 million bailout deal from Oaktree Capital.
Inter’s president is looking to revive Suning’s project for the club and one key help will arrive when fans return to stadiums, therefore guaranteeing match-day revenue again.
The next step for Inter though is to secure Pirelli’s replacement as shirt sponsor, and this partner will arrive from the United States (not Asia).
Inter have put an end to their financial concerns – at least for the time being – after Oaktree Capital agreed to hand them the money they need to respect their imminent payment deadlines.
Suning have pledged their 68.55% stake in Inter as collateral in that deal, meaning they will lose control of Inter should they fail to repay the money within the time frame agreed (three years).
Inter will get €200 million in their accounts immediately, which will help the club pay player salaries and transfer installments, but some of Oaktree Capital’s money will also go towards covering costs for next season.
