Stankovic is back
Inter have exercised their buyback clause to re-sign midfielder Aleksandar Stankovic from Club Brugge. The fee: €23 million (1) (2). The 20-year-old Serbian midfielder, son of Inter legend Dejan Stankovic, returns to San Siro on a contract until 2031 (3) (4). He originally left for Club Brugge, where his performances convinced Inter to bring him back. This is your first midfield reinforcement of the summer window.
Dumfries to Real Madrid edges closer
No fresh articles confirm the Denzel Dumfries deal today, but earlier this week Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman stated the right-back had already completed his medical with Real Madrid. His departure looks inevitable – a significant loss for the right flank.
Schough extends with Inter Women
Swedish winger Olivia Schough has signed a contract extension with Inter Women. A positive bit of squad continuity for the women's side amid the men's team reshaping.
Fan reactions
The Stankovic return is being met with genuine excitement. Fans on Reddit are leaning into the nostalgia angle – the son of a club legend coming back to San Siro, this time on his own terms. The €23 million buyback feels like a statement move. See the full discussion here.