Report – Swiss Center-Back Convinces Inter Milan To Trigger Purchase Option In Summer Of 2026

Manuel Akanji has reportedly convinced Inter Milan to make his loan transfer from Manchester City permanent in the summer of 2026.

According to sources in Italy via FCInterNews, the Swiss center-back has impressed everyone at San Siro.

Despite an underwhelming debut against Juventus, Manuel Akanji has quickly found his footing in Serie A.

Indeed, the 30-year-old has already established himself as a regular starter under Cristian Chivu.

ATLANTA, GEORGIA – JUNE 22: Manuel Akanji #25 of Manchester City looks on prior to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group G match between Manchester City FC and Al Ain FC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on June 22, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)

Signed from Man City on loan with an option to buy on deadline day, Akanji has wasted no time in proving his worth.

Moreover, the star defender has shrugged off a lackluster performance against Juventus to become a key piece of Inter’s defense.

Therefore, the Italian giants will likely trigger the buyout option in their loan agreement with the Cityzens.

Although Inter had originally planned to sign Akanji at the end of the season, they accelerated the move this summer.

Indeed, Benjamin Pavard’s loan exit forced the club to find a suitable replacement toward the end of the transfer window.

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