Inter, Calhanoglu: "I'm staying, all clear with Lautaro, hugs" | OneFootball

The Nerazzurri playmaker, back at Appiano after the holidays, comments for the first time on the rumors involving him: “It’s not right to always make statements, our minds were full.”

“Clarity with Lautaro and Renewal Talks”

After weeks of transfer rumors, long-distance controversies, and cryptic signals on social media, Hakan Calhanoglu has chosen to speak. And he did so directly, upon arriving at the Nerazzurri headquarters in Appiano Gentile, where he showed up around lunchtime to assess his physical condition after the soleus injury that had forced him to leave the American training camp.

Despite the tense reception from fans and journalists, the Turkish midfielder appeared calm and approachable, confirming his desire to continue his career wearing the Inter shirt.

“Yes, I’m staying at Inter”: Calhanoglu’s message “I am an Inter player and I’m happy to be one. I want to continue here.” With these words, Hakan Calhanoglu put an end to the rumors linking him to a return to his homeland or a possible departure. “Every year there is speculation about me. I didn’t speak earlier because I wanted the fans to see the reality with their own eyes. I have always been in contact with the club,” he added.

Furthermore, the number 20 also wanted to clarify the situation within the locker room, after the disagreements with captain Lautaro Martinez that emerged following the American tour: “We’ve already cleared things up. No problem between us, we are professionals. When he returns from vacation, we’ll welcome him as always. We feel lighter now; we’ve left certain tensions behind.”

Dialogue with Ausilio and an Uncertain Future Shortly before the player’s arrival, sporting director Piero Ausilio also entered the training center. It’s likely that the two had their first direct meeting after the media friction of recent weeks. Even though no major upheavals are expected, this face-to-face was seen as an important step to strengthen the relationship between the club and its playmaker.

Regarding the possibility of a contract extension, Calhanoglu preferred to remain discreet: “We’ll see what happens. My goal is to stay and win trophies with Inter.” Words that leave room for negotiations, but reaffirm his current commitment.

The Agent’s Statement and the Role of Social Media The player’s agent, Gordon Stipic, had already put an end to rumors of a possible transfer, publicly stating: “There has been no contact with Turkish clubs. Calhanoglu is staying in Milan.”

Meanwhile, the midfielder’s social media activity did not go unnoticed, as he accompanied his return to the Nerazzurri with conciliatory signals: among them, a like and a comment (with black and blue hearts) on a post where a young fan asked him not to leave the club. Seemingly small gestures, but ones that helped bring him closer to the club environment and the supporters.

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