Hellas Verona Rival Inter Milan To Sign Fiorentina Captain | OneFootball

Hellas Verona have joined Inter Milan in the race to sign Fiorentina captain Cristiano Biraghi this month.

This according to today’s print edition of Turin-based newspaper Tuttosport, via FCInterNews.

Cristiano Biraghi has emerged as a surprise transfer target for Inter in the January transfer window.

The Nerazzurri are looking for a wingback signing to bolster their squad depth.

That comes as Tajon Buchanan is set to depart for Villarreal.

Inter’s first-choice target at wingback would be Roma’s Nicola Zalewski. The Polish international is 23-year-old, and can play on either flank. His age and versatility make him an ideal profile.

However, there is no guarantee of Inter landing Zalewski. Therefore, they also have a backup target.

Verona Rival Inter For Fiorentina Captain Cristiano Biraghi

According to Tuttosport, Inter’s Plan B would be to sign Italian international Biraghi from Fiorentina.

Cristiano Biraghi has actually already had a spell at the Nerazzurri. He was on loan during the 2019-20 campaign.

BERGAMO, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 15: Cristiano Biraghi of ACF Fiorentina in action during the Serie A match between Atalanta and Fiorentina at Gewiss Stadium on September 15, 2024 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Scaccianoce/Getty Images)

Considering that Biraghi is 32 years of age, he would not fit in with Inter’s plan of lowering the sqaud age. Nerazzurri owners Oaktree Capital want fewer short-term moves for veterans.

However, circumstances could force Inter’s hand. They would be able to sign him on a six-month dry loan to bolster their ranks.

But it’s not just the Nerazzurri who want Biraghi, reports Tuttosport.

Hellas Verona are also keen on the Fiorentina captain. Moreover, they would be willing to offer Davide Faraoni as part of a swap deal for him.