Inter not ready to improve Solet offer, as Atletico Madrid could swoop
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Inter Milan are unwilling to raise their bid for Oumar Solet, opening the door for Atletico Madrid to make a move for the defender.
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Attributed to original sourceAlarm bells are ringing again for Inter, who don’t seem ready to go above their rejected €20m offer for Udinese defender Oumar Solet, as Atletico Madrid prepare to get involved.
It has been a series of disappointments on the transfer market for the Nerazzurri, who have placed very strict limits on their spending, despite winning the Serie A and Coppa Italia Double.
Marco Palestra was snatched away when Chelsea came in with double their wage offer and €10m more to Atalanta, while they now risk losing another target too.
Inter not willing to pay Solet asking price UDINE, ITALY – MAY 02: Oumar Solet of Udinese in action during the Serie A match between Udinese Calcio and Torino FC at Stadio Friuli on May 02, 2026 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Timothy Rogers/Getty Images) Confirmation is coming in from Gazzetta dello Sport that Inter have not budged from their €20m bid for Udinese defender Solet.
This was rejected, the Friulani are asking for €25m , but there is no sign of any further improvement in the proposal coming from San Siro.
CAGLIARI, ITALY – MAY 09: Oumar Solet of Udinese warms up ahead before the Serie A match between Cagliari Calcio and Udinese Calcio at Stadio Sant’Elia on May 09, 2026 in Cagliari, Italy. (Photo by Enrico Locci/Getty Images) Instead, Atletico Madrid are hovering around the situation and preparing to step in with a winning offer, just as they did when Inter dragged on the talks with Atalanta for Ademola Lookman in January.
Considering the reports today that Chelsea want €35m for Trevoh Chalobah , who is also a target for Como, then the Nerazzurri might have to go down the list of options to find an affordable defender.
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What happened
Inter Milan have been linked with a move for Oumar Solet but are reportedly unwilling to improve their current offer for the French centre-back. This hesitation could allow Atletico Madrid to enter the race and secure the player's signature. Solet, currently at Udinese, has attracted interest from multiple top clubs. The situation remains fluid, with Inter potentially revisiting negotiations if Atletico make a formal approach.
Chance analysis
For Inter, failing to secure Solet weakens defensive reinforcement options, particularly as they seek depth in central defence. Atletico Madrid's potential entry adds a competitive dimension, potentially driving up the price or causing Inter to lose a target. The outcome of this negotiation will affect Inter's defensive planning for the upcoming season.
Inter may miss out on a defensive target, potentially needing to pursue alternative centre-back options.
Inter's defensive transfer target may shift to alternatives if Atletico Madrid sign Solet.