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Stefan de Vrij will stay at Inter Milan for at least one more season. His agent confirmed this as the defender continues to play an important role for the team. The Dutch international’s place in the squad is secure, with discussions about his long-term future set to take place after the 2025 campaign.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Stefan de Vrij’s agent has confirmed that the 32-year-old defender will remain with Inter Milan for the 2025/26 season. He highlighted the player’s consistent importance to a squad that regularly plays as many as 60 games each year. De Vrij, who signed a contract extension through summer 2025, has been a mainstay in Inter’s defense, especially during periods when others, such as Francesco Acerbi, were sidelined by injury.
Inter holds an option to extend de Vrij’s contract by an additional year and, given his reliable performances this season, club officials are expected to revisit contract talks in the coming months to potentially add more years to his stay at the club.
DE VRIJ’S CONTRIBUTION
This season, de Vrij has contributed significantly to Inter Milan’s continued dominance in Serie A. The team has frequently relied on his experience and awareness, especially during a busy schedule that includes league matches and international competitions. Inter currently sits at the top of the Serie A table, enjoying a comfortable lead over Napoli. Inter is also in the Champions League semi-finals after beating Bayern Munich, and will play Barcelona for a spot in the final.
De Vrij has started the majority of games and made crucial defensive interventions to help Inter maintain one of the best defensive records in Italy. His presence has been vital not just in domestic play, but also in the club’s deep runs in European competitions.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR DE VRIJ AND INTER?
Looking ahead, Inter faces a packed fixture list. Their next match in Serie A is against Bologna who are fighting for a European spot next season. Inter leads the league standings with a 3 points distance to Napoli, but as the team fights for the Serie A, Coppa Italia and Champions League, they may feel the toll of so many important games.
De Vrij is expected to remain a crucial part of the rotation as Inter balances its domestic and European aspirations. Talks regarding a further contract extension are likely to commence before the current deal expires, with de Vrij’s recent form making a strong case for a longer stay at San Siro.
