Inter Milan have laid much of the groundwork for Joao Cancelo’s return, but the deal remains on hold as the Nerazzurri await a final decision on the Portugal international.
Inter Milan have reached an understanding with Al Hilal regarding the financial structure of the operation, According to Inter Milan News.
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The Saudi club will pay a significant portion of Cancelo’s remaining wages, and Inter Milan will pay €3.5-4 million of approximately €9 million before the end of the season. The formula under discussion is dry loans through June.
Al Hilal ready 18-month contract for Inter Milan veteran De Vrij
SEATTLE, WA – JUNE 21: FC Inter Milan’s #6 Stefan de Vrij passes under pressure from Samuel Gustafsson #11 of Urawa Red Diamonds during the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Group E match between FC Internazionale Milano and Urawa Red Diamonds at Lumen Stadium on June 21, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)
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Crucially, the action also involves parallel movement in the opposite direction.
One of Francesco Acerbi or Stefan de Vrij Will join Al Hilal on the same loan, reuniting with Simone Inzaghi.
The latest development relates specifically to De Vrij, with reports suggesting Al Hilal are prepared to offer the Dutch defender an 18-month contract rather than a brief six-month interim deal.
However, the final hurdle remains Cancelo himself.
The former Barcelona and Manchester City defender is still waiting for a signal from Barcelona, ​​whose priority is currently to sign a centre-back following the injury to Andreas Christensen.
