Javier Zanetti contacts Julian Álvarez: offer of 100 million to bring him to Inter

A piece of news that could change the cards on the table in the next summer market comes directly from Milan: Javier Zanetti, Inter legend and current vice president of the club, has reportedly called Julian Álvarez personally with the aim of convincing him to join the Nerazzurri. The young Argentine striker, currently playing for Atlético Madrid, is considered one of the most interesting profiles in world football, and Inter seems intent on being serious.

According to sources close to Inter management, a formal proposal of 100 million euros has already been sent to the Spanish club. This would be one of the most important investments in the history of the Lombard club, demonstrating the desire to build a competitive team at European level for next season.

Julian Álvarez, born in 2000, grew up playing football at River Plate before joining Manchester City. After a season of adaptation in the Premier League, he was loaned to Atlético Madrid with an obligation to buy, where he found consistency and brilliant form, attracting the interest of several top clubs, including Inter.

Zanetti’s role could prove to be decisive in the negotiations. The former Inter captain enjoys enormous respect in Argentina and is a charismatic figure who has often been able to positively influence the choices of other South American players. It is not the first time, in fact, that the Nerazzurri vice president has acted personally to facilitate the arrival of compatriots within the Inter squad.

Interviewed by an Argentinean broadcaster, Zanetti confirmed the contact:

“Yes, I spoke with Julian. He is an exceptional boy, with great talent and important human values. It would be an honor to have him at Inter. Now it depends on many factors, but our interest is real.”

For their part, Atlético Madrid have not yet made any official statements, but it is known that the Spanish club is not willing to let go of their striker easily. However, such a high figure could shake even the firmest intentions, especially considering the growing interest of other European clubs.

Inter, who are enjoying a high-level season in Serie A, are aiming to strengthen their attacking department in view of the Champions League and the new challenges of 2025. The arrival of a young, versatile and already experienced striker like Álvarez would be a strategic move both in terms of technique and image.

Inter fans, in the meantime, have already started to dream. On social media, messages of enthusiasm and hope are multiplying for a deal that, if it were to come to fruition, would bring back to San Siro an Argentine centre-forward of international calibre, something that has been missing since the golden days of Icardi and Milito.

The negotiation is still in its early stages, but everything suggests that the next few days could be decisive. Inter is ready to get serious, and with Zanetti in charge of operations, nothing seems impossible.