Inter Milan extend strike partner Esposito after Napoli win
One day after the 3‑2 victory against Napoli, the Nerazzurri, Inter Milan, announced the extension of their striker Pio Esposito, who already contributed a goal and an assist at the start of the season. The 21‑year‑old Italian, strike partner of Lautaro Martínez, secures a new contract until 2032 that provides a salary increase from 1.2 to 2.5 million euros.
Long‑term contract and salary jump
Esposito's contract now runs until 2032 and includes a salary increase from 1.2 million euros to 2.5 million euros per year. Through bonuses, his annual salary can even reach three million euros. The contract makes the 21‑year‑old Italian a long‑term building block for the Nerazzurri.
The striker came from the now‑dissolved Brescia youth team and developed in Inter’s youth system. After a two‑year loan at Spezia Calcio, he broke into the first team last season, where he made 53 appearances. He scored twelve goals and provided eight assists.
Together with Lautaro Martínez, Esposito forms a dangerous striking duo that Inter fans celebrate as a club legend. The strike partner not only supports the Argentine international in finishing, but also delivers decisive assists. The combination strengthens the Nerazzurri’s attacking power.
Striker profile and national achievements
For one year Esposito has been an Italian international and featured in nine of the last ten matches. With five goals he boasts an impressive ratio and scored the decisive 1‑0 winner in the last two friendlies against Luxembourg and Greece. His performances on the international stage underline his potential.
The Nerazzurri announced the contract extension on Sunday, a day after the 3‑2 comeback victory against Napoli. The announcement emphasizes that the club, after an important win, is already thinking about the future. The move solidifies the attack for the upcoming season.
The salary increase from 1.2 million euros to 2.5 million euros per year reflects the board’s confidence. Through the bonus structure Esposito can raise his annual salary to three million euros by meeting certain targets. This places his earnings among the top tier of Italian strikers.
The contrast between the dramatic win over Napoli and the calm contract extension shows that Inter Milan wants to secure both short‑term success and long‑term continuity. Esposito remains a key component to maintain the Nerazzurri’s attacking strength in the years to come.