Inter Milan's Dario Baccin begins role amid key contract negotiations

Dario Baccin has officially stepped into his new role as Inter Milan's sporting director. In his first remarks, Baccin expressed gratitude to the club's ownership and president for their trust, while also acknowledging his long-standing professional relationship with Piero Ausilio and his history working alongside coach Cristian Chivu.

Baccin's immediate priority involves managing several critical contract extensions. Key players with contracts expiring within the next two years include Hakan Calhanoglu, Alessandro Bastoni, Marcus Thuram, and Federico Dimarco. The club faces strategic decisions regarding these renewals, particularly concerning Calhanoglu's high wages and the potential for profit if Thuram is sold following the rise of Francesco Pio Esposito.