Benjamin Pavard’s Inter Milan Future Uncertain as Club Plans Summer Exits

Benjamin Pavard returned to Inter Milan after an unsuccessful loan at Olympique de Marseille, where he earned €5 million per year and failed to trigger a €15 million purchase option. Inter’s sporting director Beppe Marotta has listed Pavard among three players slated for sale – alongside midfielders Davide Frattesi and Kristjan Asllani – in a plan that could generate €25‑35 million, potentially up to €50 million total, to fund new signings. The club values Pavard at €10‑12 million, well below the original buy‑out clause, and aims to reduce his high salary burden.

Inter coach Cristian Chivu reiterated that Pavard remains under contract and will be evaluated in the coming days, while media reports suggest interest from several major clubs, with four big teams reportedly monitoring the French defender. The outcome of Pavard’s case will shape Inter’s summer transfer strategy and its ability to reinvest the proceeds.

Other Inter targets, such as right‑back Djed Spence, are also being discussed, but Pavard’s situation dominates the current market narrative.