Revealed – Al-Ittihad Speed Demon Was ‘Desperate’ To Join Inter Milan In January Transfer Window | OneFootball

Inter Milan came agonizingly close to capturing the signature of Al-Ittihad superstar Moussa Diaby in January.

According to the Italian media via FCinter1908, the player was ‘desperate’ to return to European football.

However, Al-Ittihad blocked the transfer.

Less than two years after swapping Aston Villa for Riyadh, Moussa Diaby was searching for a way back to Europe.

Furthermore, he even agreed personal terms with Inter, only for Al-Ittihad to block the transfer.

Moussa Diaby Was Keen to Join Inter Milan in January

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – SEPTEMBER 12: Moussa Diaby of Al Ittihad reacts during the Saudi Pro League match between Al Ittihad and Al-Fateh at Al Inmaa Stadium on September 12, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

Diaby even had a conversation with Cristian Chivu over his potential role at San Siro.

Indeed, the 45-year-old manager saw the Frenchman as an upgrade on Luis Henrique on the right wing.

Yet, Inter’s proposals never met Al-Ittihad’s demands.

The Nerazzurri had first tried to sign Diaby on loan with an option to buy.

But after the Saudis rejected that bid, they offered to include certain conditions that would trigger a mandatory clause.

However, Al-Ittihad informed the San Siro club of their unwillingness to sanction the deal hours before the deadline.