Neom Coach Galtier Not Hiding Interest In Inter Milan Star: ‘We’ve Tried To Convince Him’ | OneFootball

Neom coach Christophe Galtier does not hide the fact that his club are hoping to sign Inter Milan defender Benjamin Pavard.

The French coach spoke after his team’s friendly clash with Roma yesterday, via FCInterNews. He also acknowledged that Neom would face competition for the 29-year-old’s signature.

Recent reports have suggested that Inter are ready to sell Benjamin Pavard.

Inter signed Pavard two years ago from Bayern Munich. And the France international has certainly had his part to play, helping the Nerazzurri to the Serie A title in his first season at the club.

But perhaps Pavard, who turns thirty next season, is not in line with the future of Inter’s project.

The likes of Galatasaray and Lille have shown an interest.

And it is not just these European clubs who have reportedly identified Pavard as a target.

From the Saudi Pro League, Neom have also reportedly emerged as suitors for the 2018 World Cup winner.

Neom Coach Galtier: “We’ve Tried To Convince Benjamin Pavard To Join”

MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 27: Benjamin Pavard of FC Internazionale in action during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Juventus at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on October 27, 2024 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

After yesterday’s friendly between his team and Roma, a 2-2 draw, Neom coach Christophe Galtier fielded a question about Pavard.

“He’s a fantastic player,” the former Paris Saint-Germain coach said.

“I know him well both as a player and as a man.”

Galtier acknowledged that “we’ve tried to convince him to join.”

“But he has a lot of offers. And maybe he wants to stay in Europe because the World Cup is at the end of next season.”

“But Benjamin: If you want to come here, you’re always welcome,” Galtier said with a smile.