Report – Al-Ittihad Winger Already Spoken With Inter Milan Manager As Serie A Transfer Looms | OneFootball

Inter Milan boss Cristian Chivu has reportedly had a conversation with Al-Ittihad winger Moussa Diaby over a potential January transfer to San Siro.

According to the Italian media via FCInterNews, the Frenchman wants to leave Saudi Arabia and join the Nerazzurri.

Less than two years after joining the Saudi Pro League powerhouse, Moussa Diaby is looking to return to European football.

Indeed, the diminutive forward has already set his heart on linking up with the Serie A pacesetters.

Inter Milan Boss Cristian Chivu in Touch with Moussa Diaby

JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – FEBRUARY 20: Moussa Diaby of Al Ittihad reacts after his teammates Hasan Kadesh scoring the 1st goal during the Saudi Pro League match between Al Ittihad and Al Hilal at King Abduallah Sport City Stadium on February 20, 2025 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Yasser Bakhsh/Getty Images)

Cristian Chivu has already spoken with Diaby, trying to convince him to swap Riyadh for San Siro.

Furthermore, that phone call could prove decisive, with the 26-year-old reportedly enthusiastic about the move.

Meanwhile, Inter must still find an agreement with Al-Ittihad, who paid €60 million to sign the French star from Aston Villa in the summer of 2024.

Although Inter cannot match that figure, they’re aiming to land Diaby on loan with an option to buy.

It remains uncertain whether the Saudis will accept a €35m purchase clause proposed by the Nerazzurri.