Inter set Christmas deadline for Hakan Calhanoglu contract extension as wage demands stall negotiations
AC Milan v FC Internazionale - Serie A 2026/27 - Getty Images Sport Hakan Calhanoglu and Inter have officially opened negotiations regarding a new contract, with both parties keen to reach an agreement before Christmas.
Key points
- Calhanoglu is seeking a new two-year contract that matches the salary expectations of a top-tier player.
- Inter, conversely, are actively looking to reduce the fixed portion of their overall wage bill.
- Reports suggested the Turkey international was growing concerned that he was no longer central to Inter’s long-term project.
Contract discussions open up Inter and Calhanoglu have officially opened negotiations over a new contract at Giuseppe Meazza.
During Inter’s pre-season tour of Australia in August, Calhanoglu publicly expressed his surprise at the lack of movement regarding an extension.
Additional details
- The midfielder insisted he remained deeply attached to Inter, the city of Milan, and the supporters.
- A middle ground must be found if Calhanoglu is to put pen to paper before the festive period.
- Financial hurdles to overcome The primary obstacle in the current negotiations is money.
- According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, an agreement could even be reached by Christmas.
- Reaching a crucial compromise With talks now officially open, both the club and the player will need to demonstrate a willingness to compromise.
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