Inter Lead AC Milan in Race for Cagliari Teenager Mendy
Inter have moved in front of Milan in the race for Cagliari teenager Mendy, with sporting director Dario Baccin backing a formal approach after watching the attacker several times.
No fee, payment structure or agreement with Cagliari is in place, but Inter’s early work has put them ahead of their city rivals. Milan remain interested in the 2007-born forward, although they have not matched the Nerazzurri’s groundwork.
Inter step up youth recruitment plan
Baccin has taken a direct role in assessing Mendy and has approved Inter’s push following his scouting trips. The club see the Cagliari prospect as part of a wider policy to secure emerging Serie A talent before the market becomes more expensive.
- Inter are currently the leading contenders for Mendy.
- Milan are monitoring developments but sit behind their San Siro rivals.
- Cagliari have not yet entered formal discussions over a transfer fee.
- Baccin’s approval could now lead to Inter making contact over a deal.
Cagliari face growing interest in key players
Mendy is one of several Cagliari players attracting attention during the club’s strong opening to the Serie A campaign. Alessandro Romano, already a senior Italy international, is being followed by Juventus, while Daniel Maldini received a September Player of the Month nomination after his early-season displays.
That form has strengthened Cagliari’s position and could make a mid-season departure difficult to negotiate, particularly for one of their young attacking assets.
What happens next
Inter must decide whether to test Cagliari with an offer in the January window or wait until the campaign ends. Cagliari’s willingness to sell Mendy during the season remains unresolved, and Milan could still return with a stronger move if negotiations begin.
