Inter Milan will reportedly look to sign 26-year-old Nigerian international Calvin Bassey from Fulham in the winter transfer window.
According to a report by TEAMtalk, Calvin Bassey is the subject of interest from Inter Milan. The Serie A giants are keen on reinforcing their defensive unit by signing a centre-back in the winter transfer window. So, the 26-year-old Fulham defender has emerged as a target for the Nerazzurri.
Apart from Inter Milan, “other unnamed Serie A clubs are also believed to be tracking Bassey’s situation” ahead of a possible January move. However, with Fulham in contention to secure European qualification, the Cottagers “have no desire to sanction a mid-season departure” due to the Italy-born defender’s importance to Marco Silva’s team.
How has Calvin Bassey fared for Fulham?
Calvin Bassey has established himself as one of the most dependable defenders in the Premier League since joining Fulham from Rangers in a deal worth £19 million in July 2023. Born in Aosta, the 26-year-old spent his formative years in England, passing through the academies at CM Futsal Academy and CrownPro Elite Football Academy before graduating from the youth division at Leicester City.
However, the 41-cap Nigerian international rose in prominence during his spell in Scotland before becoming a mainstay at the back for Fulham. Bassey has made nearly 100 appearances for Fulham thus far while chipping in with four goals. Meanwhile, his progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs, including Inter Milan.
Serie A move on the horizon?
Inter Milan’s interest in Calvin Bassey is understandable. The Serie A giants have been scouring the market for a centre-back heading into the winter transfer window. While Cristian Chivu has several top-class centre-backs in his squad, he must plan for life after Stefan de Vrij and Francesco Acerbi.
Both centre-backs are on the wrong side of 30 and in the twilight of their careers. Additionally, Acerbi’s long-term future at Inter Milan is uncertain. Several candidates, including Nathan Ake, have thus emerged on the Serie A club’s wishlist, with Bassey also a viable target.
Apart from Inter Milan, “other unnamed Serie A clubs are also believed to be tracking Bassey’s situation” ahead of a possible January move. However, with Fulham in contention to secure European qualification, the Cottagers “have no desire to sanction a mid-season departure” due to the 41-cap Nigerian international defender’s importance to Marco Silva’s team. So, Inter must look elsewhere for a new centre-back this month.