Inter aim to lock up Dimarco as Barcelona interest wanes

Inter are racing to secure left‑back Federico Dimarco on a new deal after Barcelona showed interest, the club announced on September 5 in Milan, Italy, as the defender watched the Serie A clash between FC Internazionale and SSC Napoli at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro).

Dimarco, who was Serie A’s Player of the Season in Inter’s title‑winning campaign last season, remains a key figure in the side’s defensive set‑up. His current contract expires next summer, meaning he could start talks with other clubs as early as next January, leaving a potential void at left‑back.

Negotiations and contract terms

Inter are said to be finalising a contract extension that runs until 2030, with Italian reports indicating the left‑back will soon put pen to paper. The new agreement is expected to guarantee at least €4 million net per year, reflecting his status as a top‑flight defender.

Barcelona’s summer link with Dimarco delighted the player, who publicly welcomed the interest. “I would have expected the club to call me about my contract, after what I did last year,” he said at the same event.

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Barcelona’s shifting left‑back plans

Last summer Barcelona reportedly offered Alejandro Balde in exchange for Dimarco, after João Cancelo’s loan pushed Balde to the fringes. The Catalans later secured Cancelo on a permanent deal until 2029 and have seen youngster Xavi Espart excel at left‑back, reducing the immediate need for a specialist.

These developments may see Barcelona drop their bid for Dimarco, although the club still lacks a dedicated left‑back beyond Balde, who could regain Hansi Flick’s trust. Cancelo now operates mainly as a right‑back, and Espart can play on either flank or in midfield.

Inter expect Dimarco to sign the extension imminently, sealing the defender’s services beyond his current expiry. Securing him prevents a free‑agent departure that could see other clubs, including Barcelona, vie for his signature.

Should Barcelona revive interest, Inter’s long‑term contract would give them a stronger negotiating position, but the club must still navigate the player’s ambitions and the evolving market for left‑back talent.