Kristjan Asllani Chooses Torino as Inter Transfer Nears Completion

Inter Milan midfielder Kristjan Asllani is set to join Torino. He confirmed his choice over Bologna. Talks between Inter and Torino have advanced for a loan move with a buy option.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Asllani, 23, is leaving Inter Milan. He struggled for first-team minutes and made 19 Serie A appearances last season, mostly as a substitute, with one goal and one assist. Inter wanted him to replace Hakan Calhanoglu or Henrikh Mkhitaryan, but both stayed at the club with key roles and the Albanian failed to be a reliable alternative to the players. Talks with Bologna failed due to salary demands, giving Torino the chance to step in. Asllani prefers the Granata, wanting to move to Turin. The deal is a loan with a buy option, finalizing details.

WHY THIS MOVE MATTERS

Asllani joined Inter for €15.7 million but couldn’t break into the team significantly. He played just 19 Serie A games last season, rarely starting. Moving to Torino may give him more chances to play and revive his career, especially as Torino aims to strengthen their midfield after finishing 10th last season. Bologna, finishing 9th, winning the Coppa Italia and qualifying for the Europa League also wanted him to push for European places but couldn’t meet salary demands.

WHAT NEXT FOR ASLLANI AND TORINO?

Once the deal finalizes, Asllani is expected to join Torino’s training. Torino starts their Serie A campaign against Inter Milan, Asllani’s current team, who finished in 2nd place last season. They hope to close the gap to Bologna. For Inter, Asllani’s departure frees up space for midfielders, and Torino looks forward to a brighter season with a new signing ready to play.