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Mercato: Inter Milan want Barça midfielder

02/05/23 12:56 by Fabien Borne

Franck Kessié, who rarely plays for Barça, could return to Milan next season, but to defend the colors of Inter.

Used 39 times by Xavi this season, Franck Kessié is however rarely a starter at Barça where the competition is fierce in midfield with Sergio Busquets, Frenkie de Jong, Pedri, Xavi or Sergi Roberto.

According to Relevo, the 26-year-old Ivorian international would like to stay at Barcelona next season (his contract runs until 2026), but is aware that Barça could be tempted to sell him in order to generate financial fair play. Barca had indeed recovered Kessié free last summer at AC Milan and selling him this summer against a nice transfer fee would allow him to realize a capital gain.

Barça must sell players and reduce its wage bill this summer to be able to recruit players. In midfield, the Catalan club is targeting Ilkay Gündogan, whose contract with Manchester City ends on June 30.

During the last winter mercato, Kessié was courted by Inter Milan. A club that is still very interested in his services according to Relevo. In recent days, the name of Kessié has also been associated with Juventus Turin for the summer mercato.