Romelu Lukaku will get his move back to Inter. Inter will pay a loan fee of €10 million plus add ons. Chelsea pushed for a player-swap but Inter refused to include Skriniar, Dumfries or Bastoni. Martinez was never a realistic possibility or open to the move.
Sources from both clubs say things are close to being finalised and it’s a case of “when not if” now.
Also told that Inter believe Skriniar can be sold for more in a straight sale, with PSG and Spurs interested. Inter remain open to a sale. They ideally only want to lose one defender this window, even though their financial situation could still force more outgoings.
Chelsea see value in a loan and Todd Boehly is keen to end Lukaku’s exit saga and ensure it doesn’t drag on through the window. Chelsea will now turn their attentions to Raheem Sterling, although Sterling is yet to decide on his future.
#CFC & #MCFC are also significantly apart on a fee. Man City ideally want close to £60 million. But sources close to the club admit they may settle for a similar fee to Gabriel Jesus. That would put Sterling on the market for around £45 million with add ons on top.
Lots of negotiation to be done, on fee and with Sterling. But there is a willingness on all sides. Sterling hasn’t yet made any final decisions but is thought to be very open to a move to Stamford Bridge if a fee can be agreed.
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