Inter Milan begins contract talks with Hakan Çalhanoğlu

Inter Milan is preparing to enter contract renewal negotiations with midfielder Hakan Çalhanoğlu, whose current deal runs until June 2027. The club's sporting director, Dario Baccin, is prioritizing renewals for key players including Çalhanoğlu, Federico Dimarco, and Carlos Augusto, with a strategy of linking financial bonuses to individual and collective performance.

Reports suggest Inter may propose a two-year extension with a reduced base salary, potentially dropping from his current net earnings of approximately 6.5 million euros to 4.5 million euros plus bonuses. This approach aims to maintain financial balance while securing a vital player.

The negotiations face several complexities. Çalhanoğlu is currently sidelined with a muscle injury in his right thigh adductor, and his recent physical durability has been a point of evaluation for the club. Additionally, significant interest from Turkish clubs, including Galatasaray, Fenerbahçe, and Beşiktaş, as well as Italian side Juventus, creates competitive pressure to finalize an agreement and prevent the player from leaving on a free transfer.