Inter Milan have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Sampdoria striker Antonio La Gumina for their Under-23 team.
This according to Sky Sport Italia transfer market expert Gianluca Di Marzio, via FCInterNews.
For the first time next season, Inter Milan will have an Under-23 team. The team will compete in Serie C, and have officially registered for the Italian third tier.
As with the Juventus Next Gen and AC Milan Futuro teams, the purpose of this team is to offer younger players a pathway into first team football.
However, there will also be a few older players to offer some senior experience. Both on the pitch, and behind the scenes, as the youngsters find their feet in the senior game.
Inter Agree Deal To Sign Sampdoria Striker Antonio La Gumina For U23 Team
Inter Milan have already brought in a few older players to be part of the Under-23 team.
Therefore, these include defenders Giuseppe Prestia and Luca Fiordilino, and goalkeeper Riccardo Melgrati.
And now, Inter have agreed a deal to make another signing for the Under-23 team.
According to Gianluca Di Marzio, meanwhile, the Nerazzurri will sign striker Antonio Fiordilino.