Djed Spence Says "Sì" to the Beneamata

Djed Spence wants back in Italy. Following the failure of the Khalaili deal, Marotta has pivoted to the Tottenham winger to solve Chivu's right-side dilemma.

The Choice of Djed

The search for a right-wing specialist has reached a definitive turning point. After the medical failure of the previous target, Beppe Marotta has shifted his gaze toward North London. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Djed Spence has already given his "yes" to the Nerazzurri. The 25-year-old English winger, who previously experienced Serie A with Genoa, is reportedly eager to return to Italy and has identified Inter as the perfect stage for his career peak. Tottenham currently values the player at approximately €35 million, but with Spence pushing for the move, the distance between the clubs is beginning to shrink.

Chivu’s Tactical Green Light

Cristian Chivu has been clear: he needs a physical, vertical presence on the right to balance the defensive solidity of the back three. Spence fits this profile perfectly. Unlike the complicated and expensive pursuit of Pedro Porro—who Tottenham has declared "unsellable"—Spence is viewed as a functional and attainable upgrade. Chivu admires the Englishman's ability to stretch the pitch and his familiarity with the defensive rigors of Italian football. The deal is expected to be financially structured somewhere between the costs of Marcus Thuram and Yann Bisseck, making it an "investment of logic" that aligns with Oaktree's sustainability model.

The English Connection

Spence isn't the only Englishman on the radar, but he is currently the most concrete. While Curtis Jones fights to force his way out of Liverpool, Spence is already working with his entourage to finalize the personal terms of a five-year contract. Despite currently being away at the World Cup, the communication between Milano and London is constant. For Marotta, this isn't just a backup plan; it’s a strategic pivot to a player who actually knows what it means to play at the San Siro and has the "hunger" Chivu demands from his wing-backs.

Balancing the Books: Frattesi and Pavard

To fund this London blitz, the exit door at Appiano Gentile is swinging wide. Davide Frattesi, Kristjan Asllani, and Benjamin Pavard are all reportedly seeking new clubs, with Inter looking to monetize their departures to balance the incoming investment in Spence and Jones. Pavard, in particular, remains a hot topic; despite being a professional, the club is ready to evaluate offers that could provide the "treasure" needed to close the Spence deal. The hierarchy is shifting, and the "English Inter" is starting to take shape as the pre-season kicks into high gear.

The ForzaIM Take

Spence over Khalaili is an upgrade in terms of reliability and Serie A experience. We saw what he could do at Genoa; under Chivu’s guidance, he has the potential to become our new Hakimi. If we get Spence on the right and Jones in the middle, the rest of the league can start fighting for second place right now.

Is €35 million too much for Djed Spence, or is he the missing piece needed to secure another title-winning season?

Forza Inter sempre!