Switzerland international, Manuel Akanji has revealed that he is open to joining Serie A giants, Inter Milan on a permanent basis after his loan spell from Manchester City, Softfootball understands.
Inter Milan are ready to Trigger Akanji €15m buy clause set by the Cityzens but would need to wait until at least the January window to discuss details of the transfer. Akanji was in action for 90 minutes at the weekend as Inter beat stubborn Verona 2-1 courtesy a late own goal by Martin Frese.
According to football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano via his official X handle, Akanji is in love with Italy and will like to remain at Inter Milan. He wrote:
Manuel Akanji on €15m buy option for June 2026: We will see… I hope Inter will buy me on permanent deal.I feel very good here. I will give my best and then we will see.
Akanji has quickly become a crucial part of Inter’s defense despite just arriving at the club. He is reportedly being the most frequently used defender early in the season.
He is admired a lot by Inter Milan new manager, Christian Chivu, who has continued to play him regularly and also pushing the club to make his transfer to the club a permanent one at the end of this season.
Akanji is known for his cultured style of play, which is characterised by his technical ability, composure on the ball, and excellent passing range. He is also a strong and physical defender who is comfortable in one-on-one situations and is adept at intercepting passes and making tackles.
Inter Milan lost the league title to Napoli last season and Akanji will be hoping to help the club wrestle the title away from Antonio Conte’s men this season.
