Football Market pointed out that Inter Milan dare not make big moves because the Italian Cup final is about to take place. In order to win the only trophy they can compete for this season, the Nerazzurri do not want to affect team morale because of this. Therefore, when rumors of Maicon's transfer surfaced, Inter Milan's official immediately issued a rumor-denying statement. The same situation occurred with Sneijder; even if they consider selling the Dutchman, it would be after the Italian Cup final. Football Market believes that only by winning the Italian Cup will the Inter Milan president certainly carry out significant acquisitions. Because adding the Italian Super Cup at the beginning of the season and the Club World Cup in winter, three trophies are hardly an unsuccessful season. On Moratti's shopping list, there are already three names: De Rossi, Hazard, and Bale. De Rossi would be Inter Milan's most important target, as a local player, midfield is also the position where Inter Milan needs reinforcement. Hazard's arrival depends on Sneijder's departure or stay, while regarding Bale, it depends on the outcome of pursuing Sanchez, given the high value of Tottenham players, Inter Milan cannot possibly stockpile two top-level players on the wing.
In comparison, Inter Milan's movements have been much smaller, aside from continuously pursuing Sanchez and spreading rumors of cleaning out Maicon, the Nerazzurri have not made any signings yet. Football Market stated that Inter Milan has "a storm hidden beneath the calm," the lack of major moves now is merely preparation for future blockbuster signings. Facing two fierce rivals' friendliness, Moratti has no reason to remain unmoved.
In an interview with Italian Sky Sports, Moratti admitted to pursuing Sanchez, "We indeed discussed some players with Udinese, such as Sanchez. But at the same time, we are also looking at other players. Anyway, any transaction that is beneficial to the team, we welcome, preferably bringing in a few championship-level players."
In this summer's transfer market, two strong rivals AC Milan and Juventus seem to be ahead of Inter Milan. The Rossoneri successively signed Mexes and Taiwo, and also made a bid for Napoli midfielder Hamsik. Similarly, Juventus was not lagging behind; after securing Pirlo and Ziegler, their third signing, Pazzienza's joining is just awaiting announcement, additionally, they are pursuing Atletico Madrid forward Aguero.