Dumfries passes Real Madrid medical, Koeman confirms
Denzel Dumfries is on the verge of joining Real Madrid. Netherlands manager Ronald Koeman let it slip to the press: "He passed the medical tests here. I don't know if the transfer is completely finalised, but if anyone deserves it, it's him." (1) (2)
Koeman couldn't resist a dig at his former club either: "Having said that, I would have preferred to see him play at Barcelona." (1)
For Inter fans, this one stings. Dumfries has been a key figure on the right flank, and losing him to Madrid leaves a gap that needs filling fast. The fee and contract details are still under wraps, but the medical is done, this is happening.
Netherlands fall to Algeria in friendly
Dumfries featured for the Netherlands in a 0–1 friendly defeat to Algeria. Not the send-off Dutch fans had in mind, and hardly the ideal lead-in to his Madrid unveiling. (1)
Fan reactions
The mood among Inter fans isn't all doom and gloom. While the Dumfries exit hurts, there's chatter about a potential incoming: reports claim Lazio goalkeeper Ivan Provedel is edging closer to Inter, with a fee rumoured between €2m and €3m. Smart business if true. Read the discussion here.
