Former Inter Milan Coach Wants To Reunite With Nerazzurri Veterans At Al-Hilal | OneFootball

Simone Inzaghi could look to reunite with Inter veterans Stefan de Vrij or Francesco Acerbi as Al-Hilal prepare a renewed move.

According to Tuttosport, negotiations between Inter and the Saudi club should not yet be considered closed, despite Joao Cancelo’s move to Barcelona.

Inzaghi is expected to return with a fresh approach for one of the two defenders.

The feeling is that De Vrij is Inzaghi’s preferred option.

The Dutch defender is highly regarded by the former Inter coach.

Indeed, who worked closely with him in his career and values his experience and reliability.

Inter & Inzaghi Talk De Vrij & Acerbi

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – DECEMBER 19: Stefan De Vrij of FC Internazionale takes a penalty kick during the Supercoppa Italiana semifinal match between Bologna FC 1909 and FC Internazionale at King Saud University Stadium on December 19, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Abdullah Ahmed/Getty Images)

Both De Vrij and Acerbi had previously been mentioned in discussions involving João Cancelo.

However, that deal ultimately collapsed after the Portuguese full-back chose a move to Barcelona instead.

With Cancelo no longer in the picture, Al-Hilal could now refocus their efforts directly on strengthening the centre of defence.

Inzaghi remains keen to add a familiar profile capable of making an immediate impact.

Inter, for their part, are open to evaluating offers but have yet to receive a decisive proposal.