Inter is preparing the first transfer since 2026 » The player wanted by Chivu is also on Real Madrid's list
Article by Alexandru Tomuțiu – Published Thursday, December 25, 2025 4:50 p.m. / Updated Thursday, December 25, 2025 5:09 p.m.
Inter are working on bringing in one of the most talented young Croatian footballers. It is about Branimir Mlacic (18 years old), the central defender of Hajduk Split.
“The Nerazzurri” will try to transfer Branimir Mlacic, from Hajduk Split, as early as January.
Branimir Mlacic is also wanted by Real Madrid and Lyon
There is serious interest from several teams in Europe for the young defender. Real Madrid and Lyon are also closely monitoring the situation.
Inter are currently favorites for his signature. After discussions with the footballer's agent, the Italian giants have contacted Hajduk and hope to complete the transfer in the coming weeks. The price of the player is around 5 million euros.
In this competitive season, the young footballer played 18 games, during which he failed to score and provided two decisive assists.
He is valued at €5m according to specialist website transfermarkt.com and has played one game for Croatia's youth national team.
If the transfer to Inter becomes a reality, the Croatian will fight for the starting position with Alessandro Bastoni, Yann Bisseck, Manuel Akanji, Stefan de Vrij, Tomas Palacios and Francesco Acerbi.
After the first 15 stages, Cristi Chivu's team is the leader in Serie A, with 33 points, one more than the great rival AC Milan. The team is 6th in the Champions League group, where they have accumulated 12 points in 6 matches. He still has Arsenal and Dortmund to play.
