While Inter are going full steam ahead in the negotiations to retain Carlos Augusto, Federico Dimarco, and Marcus Thuram, the evaluations on Hakan Calhanoglu will last a while longer.

According to Gianluca Di Marzio, the Turk wants to stay and has mandated his agents to reach an agreement. However, he demands a two-year deal at his current wages. Previous rumors suggested the Nerazzurri wanted to restructure his deal, taking his frequent injuries into account.

The Calhanoglu camp relayed the request to relatively new Inter director Dario Baccin, who will take it to the owners. They might have reservations about the length and salary. Per Mediaset, Como and Juventus are eagerly waiting to see whether he’ll be available on a free transfer. It wouldn’t be the first time he jumped to a rival on a Bosman move. He joined his current side after failing to strike a deal with Milan.

The reigning Serie A champions will try to finalize things by the end of January. If he left, the Lariani would be in the lead over the Old Lady. He has missed just two matches because of muscular problems so far, hitting the net 3 times in 12 appearances.

Our Take on Calhanoglu, Inter, Juventus, and Como

He’s been healthy for the most part, but the busy schedule has taken its toll. He’s been superb only in a few early fixtures, and he seems to be wearing down already. It’s a tricky situation, as both parties have logical stances. The officials have to tread carefully, as he could easily pack his bags, and they aren’t yet positioned to replace him without an expensive signing. The Bianconeri could really use a fulcrum like him.

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