Inter Milan enter race for French-Malian winger Moussa Diaby

Moussa Diaby’s potential return to Bayer Leverkusen has been complicated by renewed interest from Italian champions Inter Milan, who are preparing another offer for the France international.

Leverkusen have reportedly made significant progress in their efforts to bring the former winger back to the Bundesliga, including reaching an agreement on personal terms with the player.

However, Inter have refused to give up on the 26-year-old and are preparing a fresh proposal to Al-Ittihad as they look to win the race for his signature.

Leverkusen close to reunion

Leverkusen are understood to have advanced negotiations with Saudi Pro League club Al-Ittihad over a deal for Diaby.

The proposed agreement would see the Frenchman return to the club where he previously established himself as one of the Bundesliga’s most dangerous attacking players.

Reports suggest Leverkusen have already agreed personal terms with Diaby on a contract that would run until 2031.

The transfer fee is expected to be just below €30m, although negotiations with Al-Ittihad still need to be completed.

Inter prepare another bid

Inter remain determined to sign Diaby and are reportedly working on an improved offer after their initial proposal failed to secure an agreement.

According to Gianluca Di Marzio, the Italian club’s previous offer included €20m plus midfielder Kristjan Asllani.

Inter are now preparing another approach as they attempt to convince Al-Ittihad to sell the France international.

The renewed interest has created uncertainty around Diaby’s next destination despite Leverkusen’s progress in the negotiations.

Diaby faces transfer decision

The former Leverkusen winger is now at the centre of a transfer battle between two major European clubs.

Leverkusen’s advantage is their progress in negotiations and the reported agreement over personal terms, while Inter are hoping their new proposal can change the situation.

With both clubs pushing to complete the deal, Diaby’s future could become one of the major transfer stories of the summer as the Bundesliga and Serie A champions compete for the France international.