Cristian Chivu confirms Dumfries' departure to Real Madrid and discusses Palestra and Bastoni at Inter

Cristian Chivu, current coach of Inter Milan, spoke about the club's transfer window during a recent interview. He formalized the departure of Denzel Dumfries, who will join Real Madrid after the Spanish club activated the 20 million euro release clause in the player's contract. “Denzel did what he had to do. He had a clause, and Inter could do nothing to keep him. We must be ready to have the right alternative,” said the Romanian technician.

This alternative could be Marco Palestra, target of Inter who is in advanced discussions with Atalanta for the transfer of the defender. “It’s an interesting profile, but he’s not ours yet, so I can’t say more,” Chivu continued, despite persistent rumors.

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Concerning other possible reinforcements, the coach recalled that it is the leaders who manage the transfer window, while emphasizing that it is always necessary to strengthen the team. “We have plans A and B, and sometimes unexpected opportunities can present themselves,” he added.

The subject of Alessandro Bastoni was also discussed. Defended throughout the season by Chivu, Bastoni seemed close to FC Barcelona, ​​but the coach confirmed that the central defender would stay at Inter. “Bastoni is one of our pillars. It's normal that rumors circulate around him, because he is, in my opinion, one of the best central defenders in the world. I know his character, what he brought, what he brings and what he will bring to our club,” concluded Cristian Chivu.

This speech reassures Inter supporters about the future of certain essential executives of the club, while opening the door to possible new recruits to strengthen the squad during the next transfer window.

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