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Calhanoglu Confirms Future at Inter With Early Preseason Return

He returned early for preseason medicals after summer tensions, setting him up to integrate into Cristian Chivu’s midfield rebuild.

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Overview

  • Agent Gordon Stipic-Wipfler and CEO Beppe Marotta both denied any contact or offers from Galatasaray and Fenerbahce, ending weeks of transfer rumours.
  • Calhanoglu arrived at Appiano Gentile on July 23 and completed medical and fitness assessments as the first player back for training under coach Cristian Chivu.
  • The midfielder and captain Lautaro Martinez have reconciled following a post–Club World Cup rift, with Calhanoglu describing their relationship as fully restored.
  • He reiterated his contentment at Inter and expressed openness to discussing a contract extension as part of his long-term commitment to the club.
  • Inter’s summer overhaul continues with a focus on squad cohesion and stability after Simone Inzaghi’s departure and in the midst of extensive transfer market activity.