Inter Milan Prepare to Sell Defender Pavard to Fund Move for Parma Starlet Leoni

In a move that could reshape Inter Milan's squad, the Italian club is reportedly preparing to sell defender Benjamin Pavard in order to make room for the acquisition of Parma's promising 18-year-old midfielder Giovanni Leoni.

According to reports, Pavard, the former Bayern Munich player, has made it clear that he would only consider joining a 'top' European club. This has opened the door for Inter to potentially offload the Frenchman, with the Serie A runners-up expected to demand a substantial fee, likely in the region of €20 million, for his services.

The funds generated from Pavard's potential departure would then be used by Inter to bolster their pursuit of Leoni, the highly-rated Parma starlet. The young Italian has been tracked by the Nerazzurri since the start of the summer transfer window and has also drawn interest from the likes of AC Milan, Juventus, Liverpool, and Manchester United.

However, Parma are determined to hold onto their prized asset, and they are reportedly demanding over €40 million to part ways with Leoni. This significant valuation could prove to be a significant obstacle for Inter, as they look to secure the services of the promising teenager and strengthen their squad for the upcoming 2024/25 season.