Inter Milan Thread [2005-2006]

Sagnol interests Inter
by Nadia Carminati - created on 19 Jul 2005

Internazionale are on the trail of Bayern Munich full back Willy Sagnol.

The France international is being tracked by several clubs across the continent with Valencia confirmed admirers of the defender.

But Inter have now emerged as suitors of the 28-year-old, with Sagnol open to the possibility of a move to Italy.

Sagnol has seen former Bayern team-mates Samuel Kuffour and Robert Kovac head to Serie A and it is an adventure he would consider.

"I know that Inter are one of the teams interested in me," said Sagnol.

"Maybe after Kuffour and Kovac, sooner or later, I will go to the Italian league.

"Trezeguet and Thuram have spoken to me about Serie A in a really good way."

Though Inter are admirers of Sagnol, their current priorities in defence are to sign Walter Samuel and Cristian Chivu.

Bayern would also be reluctant to lose the right back as they are hoping to persuade Sagnol to sign an extension to his contract which expires next summer.

Unless he can play LB as well, itd be a waste. Why are Inter being linked with RB's when they have Zanetti and Ze Maria.

When Juve loses out on Miguel (to Valencia) they should go after Sagnol.

Di Vaio: Inter? I Hope It Happens

It seems the Valencia forward is very keen on a move back home, despite Spanish intimations that he would remain.

It is well known that Roberto Mancini wants a new striker, and Marco Di Vaio would certainly bring proven quality. Di Vaio was even named as a possible recruit.

"I have played in great cities such as Rome (Lazio) and Turin (Juve), now I hope to go to the third," said the former Bianconero.

"Inter? I do sincerely hope that it happens. I was already close to joining them three years ago and it would be great to finally do so now."

Alvaro Recoba’s destiny still remains in the balance, though is enormous wages could make a move impossible, and Inter want to bolster the attacking ranks.

New Valencia coach Quique Flores had said he hoped all his strikers, bar Bernardo Corradi, would remain at the Mestall, but an all-Italian clearout for the Che is still a possibility.

Still, it remains to be seen whether Di Vaio, should he join the Nerrazzuri, could usurp the dynamite Obafemi Martins as a partner for Adriano. If Di Vaio signed on it is unlikely he would tolerate a mere squad rotation role.

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Would be a great signing for Inter if they could get him for under $6M. I think hes a perfect partner for Adriano, more complete and ready for the big stage than Martins.

He played for valencia this weekend in Intertoto Cup, would that make him cup tied for entire season? if so i dont see deal happening, at least not until January when Inter can judge whether the 4 they currently have is enough.

Mikey said:

would that make him cup tied for entire season?

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Nope.

looked it up... youre right

just has to not play in semi's i guess

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cup-tied



I think a VDM for Di Vaio swap would be possible

I would love to see Di Vaio come to Inter. He's better then Corradi, and we could use another striker. I just don' feel 100% safe with Cruz and Recoba.

Ballack move talk Wednesday

Inter target Michael Ballack has moved a step closer to leaving Bayern Munich.

Reports in Italy suggest that the Nerazzurri are keen to sign Ballack when his contract with the Bundesliga champions ends in 2006.

However, they may now look to make their move this summer after recent comments from Bayern director of football Uli Hoeness.

“When people start talking about contracts of more than €10m I just don't understand the world any more,” Hoeness stated.

“Surely nobody believes Ballack earns more than €4m or thereabouts? And we're supposed to be considering more than doubling that?

“We insist on sporting success being tied to financial prudence. The point may come when we have to say no.”

The 28-year-old is considered to be the most influential player in German football.

He has already led Bayern to numerous domestic honours and he was crucial in Germany’s run to the 2002 World Cup Final.

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TWO MORE PLAYERS MOVE ABROAD
Wednesday, 20 July 2005 15:44:02

MILAN - The documents relative to the transfer abroad of two more Inter players were registered at the Lega Calcio offices this morning. After the loan moves of Sabri Lamouchi to Olympique Marseille and Gonzalo Sorondo to Charlton Athletic, and Emre Belozoglu's permanent transfer to Newcastle United, French midfielder Stephan Dalmat has completed a permanent move to Spanish club Racing Santander. Dalmat, who made 65 appearances for Inter, was on loan to French outfit Toulouse last season.

After spells on loan to Parma and Chievo which saw him win a place in the Italian U21 squad, defender Alessandro Potenza (1 Coppa Italia appearance for Inter after coming up through the Nerazzurri academy ranks) has moved on loan to Spanish club Real Mallorca, coached by former Nerazzurri boss Hector Cuper.

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Also Dino Marino was loaned out to Arezzo of Serie B Hope he does well for them.


PS: I can't get enough of Toldo's new look

ForzaNerrazurri said:

Ballack move talk Wednesday

Inter target Michael Ballack has moved a step closer to leaving Bayern Munich.

Reports in Italy suggest that the Nerazzurri are keen to sign Ballack when his contract with the Bundesliga champions ends in 2006.

However, they may now look to make their move this summer after recent comments from Bayern director of football Uli Hoeness.

“When people start talking about contracts of more than €10m I just don't understand the world any more,” Hoeness stated.

“Surely nobody believes Ballack earns more than €4m or thereabouts? And we're supposed to be considering more than doubling that?

“We insist on sporting success being tied to financial prudence. The point may come when we have to say no.”

The 28-year-old is considered to be the most influential player in German football.

He has already led Bayern to numerous domestic honours and he was crucial in Germany’s run to the 2002 World Cup Final.

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I have a question. Can said player (Ballack) be repeatedly linked with said club (Inter) if the stories coming out have absolutely no relation between the two, but only based on the hunch of the journalist? I keep seeing these 'Ballack to leave Bayern for Inter' stories coming out, only to read on and see nothing mentioned about Inter, just that contract talks are stalling. Just because you say 'Inter target', doesnt really mean anything. I expect this from the fine folks at 'goal.com', but channel4 is better than this

He's as close to joining Inter as he is to the Toronto Lynx


With a shaved head Toldo looks like a delirious 70 year old man

A quick review of my thoughts on todays "events."

Inter beating Bolzano 3-0: Wow, Choutos scored. Diarra (Youth team LW) kicks ass

Inter beating Juve 1-0 and Milan 5-4 on PKs in the TIM Cup: Kickass. A good victory, good play by the team, good performance by Pizarro, Solari and Wome did alright, beating our enemies is always good on any level, hopefully it's a preview of what's to come.

Being linked to Ballack again: I doubt that he will come this season or even next, I sorta expect him to stay with Bayern. Anywayz we don't have space or the proper formation for him.

Being linked to Sagnol: We don't need a RB, simple as that.

Being linked to Di Vaio: I think he's the best player we can get on the market without tons of hassle. I also expect that he'd be cheap. We could also send them VDM in exchange. That would be a perfect deal.

Dalmat officially to Racing Santander: Had talent, but complained too much. Could have solved our LW probs a while back but acted like a kid. Adios

Beati and Marino to Arezzo on part ownership deals: Good idea, this way Arezzo will be more encouraged to give them time, instead of them just being loanees.

Potenza to Mallorca on loan: Good I guess. This way he can continue to play, but it would have been better if he had stayed in the Serie A. Atleast he'll get instructions from Cuper which is good.

Toldo's new haircut: He looks 40 years older when he smiles. :funny:

TIM TROPHY STAYS PUT
Thursday, 21 July 2005 01:28:17
TRIESTE - After beating AC Milan 5-4 on penalties, Inter edged Juventus 1-0 at the Nereo Rocco Stadium in Trieste to win their fourth TIM Trophy in as many years thanks to Obafemi Martins' goal two minutes from time.

INTER 1-0 JUVENTUS

Scorer: Martins 43

INTER: Carini, Zé Maria , Cordoba, Materazzi, Wome, Karagounis ( Martins 28), Stankovic (Belaid 46), Pizarro, C.Zanetti, Solari (Momentè 44), Cruz (Arrieta 37)
Coach: Roberto Mancini

JUVENTUS: Chimenti, Pessotto, Tudor, Kovac, Zambrotta, Camoranesi, Vieira, Blasi, Del Piero, Mutu, Ibrahimovic (Zalayeta 30)
Coach: Fabio Capello

Referee: Pieri (Lucca)

Booked: Vieira, Mutu

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INTER 0-0 AC MILAN (5-4 after penalties)

INTER: Julio Cesar, Zé Maria (Arrieta 43), Cordoba, Materazzi, Wome, Stankovic, Pizarro ( Karagounis 36), C.Zanetti, Solari, Cruz (Momentè 43), Martins
Coach: Roberto Mancini

AC MILAN: Eleftheropoulos, Cafu, Stam, Nesta (Costacurta 32), Kaladze, Gattuso, Pirlo (Ambrosini 32), Seedorf, Rui Costa, Serginho, Vieri (Ardemagni 36)
Coach: Carlo Ancelotti

Referee: Rizzoli (Bologna)

Booked: Kaladze

Penalty sequence:
INTER: Arrieta MISS, Julio Cesar GOAL, Materazzi GOAL, Martins GOAL, Solari GOAL, Wome GOAL
AC MILAN: Seedorf GOAL, Rui Costa GOAL, Serginho POST, Costacurta GOAL, Ardemagni GOAL, Ambrosini MISS

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Any news on Inter's desires for Walter Samuel?

Supposedly we were supposed to have Figo and Samuel signed by tomorrow, but I haven't heard any news for a few days now

I doubt that either of them will be signed this week, and in Figo's case, at all. I think he's going to Liverpool after what his agent said. When it comes to Samuel, I expect that this deal will drag into August, even with Robinho signed. Hopefully I terribly wrong and he joins tomorrow, but I don't see it easily happening. Heck, I see Di Vaio joining us before he does.

Check out www.gazzetta.it/Calcio!
Roma now has to sell and it looks as if Inter will be all over Chivu. Bellissima!

Only if you understand italian of course.

It looks like we have a very easy chance of getting Chivu. Che fortuna! If we end up with Chivu and Figo, even without another attacker, I will feel great about this seaon. If you look at the goal stats of lazio, while mancini was there,the last two years, (I don't know how long that he was there) The midfield has scored a lot a decent of goals.. Now we have midfielfers who score or consistently make assists. (Stankovic, Veron, Piazzaro, Solari (only every now and then, but hasn't played that much at Real) I have complete faith in Mancini. We lost only TWO games all season if I remember correctly. Or four? Anyway, if we control the game longer, hold the ball, and can improve in defense, we can be a Dynasty. Our potential is amazing, even more than in the Ronaldo - Vieri days,(last half of 2001/2002) We have more potential than ever before! (because Moratti is no longer president?). Anyway I am very excited and believe something huge can happen for us this year. Mancini was the best 'aquisito' we have made in 5 years. He can improve this team in a way that we will finally play technically superior calcio. The Inter players said themselves that Lazio was the most difficult team thechnically to beat when we got Mancini. The best player Mancini had at Lazio was Stankovic. We can take it all this year. If we play better than last(which means tighten the damn defense and score more, (I believe that defense was our biggest problem)). Ican't wait. If we get a right winger and a decent striker, in case of injury, who are intelligent and play their game as Mancini sees it, we are competitive for La Coppa italia, lo Scudetto, and Champio9ns league. Forza Mancini!