Inter’s right‑wing dilemma: Diouf not enough, Chivu seeks signing

Inter Milan have sent a clear signal from Hong Kong: the squad still lacks a quality right winger. Coach Roberto Chivu reiterated that, after the recent penalty shoot‑out win over City, only three players – Mohamed Diouf, Luis Henrique and Davide Dimarco – are available in that position, and Diouf alone is not sufficient.

Chivu stressed the shortage, stating “Ora come ora ne abbiamo solo tre…”. The comment underlined the urgency of finding a fifth option on the right flank.

Diouf arrived at Inter after a double‑goal performance against Karlsruhe and has been used in several roles – midfield, second striker and winger – but Chivu now sees him primarily as a right‑winger. He started the match against City but struggled against the opposition’s pace.

Luis Henrique’s display was described as timid and unproductive. He attempted a single dribble, failed, and completed only 11 of 14 passes, three of which were inaccurate. Substituted at the start of the second half for Diouf, he failed to make an impact.

Dimarco remains the only player currently starting on the right side. His presence highlights the thinness of Inter’s options.

Carlos Augusto has been mentioned as a possible addition, yet Chivu clarified that he prefers the Brazilian as a left‑back rather than a right‑winger.

The transfer window has already seen movement: Dumfries joined Real, Palestra moved to Chelsea after giving his word to the Nerazzurri, and Khalaili’s deal collapsed during medical examinations.

Inter consider the “fifth” right‑winger a priority. Negotiations for Spence have cooled, while the club has completed the acquisition of Stones and continues talks for Romero, two centre‑backs, leaving the right‑wing situation delicate.

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