Inter Milan keen on Perisic move for January, Franck Kessie emerges as summer midfield target  | OneFootball

Inter Milan are keen on reuniting with PSV Eindhoven winger Ivan Perisic in the January transfer window (h/t Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano).

However, the Croatian’s arrival will depend on Luis Henrique’s future at San Siro.

The Brazilian winger has received a significant proposal from Bournemouth. While the Nerazzurri are happy with the offer, they want to sort out his replacement before sanctioning his departure.

Perisic has emerged as a priority target for Inter sporting director Piero Ausilio, however, a deal hinges on PSV’s Champions League prospects.

If the Dutch giants fail to qualify for the knockouts, the 36-year-old will push for a return to San Siro.

But PSV will tighten their stance on Perisic should they progress further in the UCL.

Perisic was linked with an exit last summer, with Barcelona showing strong interest, but he ended up staying in the Eredivisie.

He continues to be a pivotal figure in the attack, bagging five goals and ten assists in all competitions.

Denzel Dumfries’ ankle injury has proven to be a big blow for the Italian giants, and the Dutch wing-back is in line to make his return in early March.

Henrique has been deployed as a make-shift right wing-back to a fluctuating effect, hence Perisic’s addition will add more depth for Inter.

Franck Kessie for the summer of 2026

Inter are also monitoring Al Ahli midfielder Franck Kessie ahead of a potential move next summer.

The Nerazzurri are planning to meet the former AC Milan star’s entourage in the coming months to discuss a free transfer in the summer, although they face tough competition from Italian rivals Juventus for his signing.

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – NOVEMBER 21: Franck Kessie

of Al Ahli celebrates after scoring the 2nd goal during the Saudi Pro League match between Al Ahli and Al Qadsiah at Alinma Stadium on November 21, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

The 29-year-old’s contract with the Saudi giants expires at the end of the season. He appears to have no interest in accepting a lucrative renewal offer and instead is willing to return to Serie A.

With Henrikh Mkhitaryan in the twilight of his career and his contract expiring at the end of the season, Kessie can be a brilliant addition for the Nerazzuri.

The Ivorian has been a key cog for Al-Ahli since joining them in 2023, playing a pivotal role in the AFC Champions League Elite title and the Saudi Super Cup last year.