Inter Milan president Giuseppe Marotta has addressed the recent comments made by the team’s captain, Lautaro Martínez, regarding players who do not want to stay with the club. Marotta stated that Martínez’s message was directed at Hakan Çalhanoglu, a midfielder who has been linked with a potential exit. According to Marotta, the club is willing to negotiate Çalhanoglu’s departure if certain conditions are met.
Club’s Stance on Çalhanoglu’s Future
Marotta emphasised that Inter Milan will engage in discussions with Çalhanoglu to determine the possibility of parting ways. “We will speak with Hakan. If there will be conditions to part ways, we will do it with ZERO problems,” Marotta said, as reported by various sources. This statement suggests that the club is open to selling Çalhanoglu, provided the right circumstances are in place.
Çalhanoglu, who plays as a midfielder, has been with Inter Milan since 2021, and his style of play is known for being a creative force in the team. Prior to joining Inter, he played for several clubs, including Bayer Leverkusen and AC Milan. His current contract status with Inter Milan is not explicitly stated, but recent reports have suggested that the club has been dealing with interest from other teams regarding his services. In the past, Çalhanoglu has expressed his commitment to Inter Milan, stating his desire to retire with the club in December 2024.