Inter Milan Agree Five-Year Deal For Croatian Youngster: The Details | OneFootball

Inter Milan have wrapped up a deal with Hajduk Split for highly rated Croatian defender Branimir Mlacic.

Gianluca Di Marzio confirmed the final details during Calciomercato L’Originale on Sky Sport, revealing that the player is expected to arrive in Milan between Sunday evening and Monday.

The clubs have already completed the agreement, following strong indications earlier this week.

Inter agreed a fee of €5 million plus bonuses with Hajduk Split.

Inter Work Fast To Secure Hajduk Split Starlet Mlacic

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The Nerazzurri also secured personal terms with Mlacic in advance, which proved decisive in closing the operation.

The defender turned down all other offers, making it clear that he wanted to join Inter.

Mlacic, born in 2007, will sign a five-year contract with the club.

Inter view the 18-year-old as a long-term investment and a key addition to their youth-focused recruitment strategy.

The move fits Inter’s wider plan of building future value through young players with high potential and strong mentality.

Mlacic now prepares to begin the next chapter of his career in Italy, with Inter confident they have secured one of the most promising defensive talents emerging from Croatia.