Inter Milan Set to Trigger €6m Buy Option for Nicola Zalewski

Inter Milan are ready to make Nicola Zalewski’s move permanent after this season. The Serie A champions plan to pay €6 million to buy him from AS Roma. The Polish fullback has already agreed to stay with Inter Milan.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Inter Milan will pay €6 million to buy Polish wingback Nicola Zalewski. He joined the club on loan from Roma in January. Before moving, the 23-year-old extended his contract with Roma until 2026. Although Zalewski isn’t a regular starter yet, Inter have been impressed. They believe he is a long-term asset.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

Zalewski chose Inter over other clubs like Marseille, Turkish teams, and PSV Eindhoven. This was a smart move, as he’s part of Inter’s future plans. Inter are top of Serie A and have won another title under manager Simone Inzaghi. Signing Zalewski permanently fits their strategy of building a young and talented squad.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR ZALEWSKI?

As Inter make his move permanent, Zalewski aims to secure a spot in Inzaghi’s squad for the 2025-26 season. He has impressed in training and may get more playing time in the season’s final matches, as Inter have already won the title. Zalewski hopes to earn a regular starting position next season. He’ll compete with players like Denzel Dumfries and Federico Dimarco in Inter’s wing-back system. Inter will defend their Serie A title and aim for success in the Champions League.