World Cup
Inter eye Wesley as Roma block exits
Inter Milan have entered the race for Brazilian winger Wesley amid Roma’s refusal to consider transfer offers. The 2003-born player remains sidelined during rehabilitation from an injury that ruled him out of Brazil’s World Cup squad. Wesley has delivered five goals in his debut Serie A season under Gian Piero Gasperini, a haul that has drawn Inter’s attention.
Roma have publicly rejected all approaches for the winger, who has become a key asset in Gasperini’s system. The club’s stance stems from Gasperini’s view that Wesley is unsellable, reinforcing Roma’s defensive line. Inter, meanwhile, have seen their pursuit of Palestra fall through after the winger’s move to Chelsea was finalised.
La dello Sport Inter are prioritising a profile matching Wesley’s: a young forward with pace, defensive contributions, and strong dribbling. The Brazilian’s blend of attributes has made him a sought-after commodity in Serie A.
Gasperini has built Wesley’s role around exploiting space behind defences, a tactical fit that has yielded record numbers for the 2003-born player. The coach’s reluctance to entertain offers underscores the winger’s importance to Roma’s current setup.