Inter have reportedly tabled an improved bid for Benjamin Pavard, but they remain short of meeting Bayern Munich’s asking price.
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- Serie A giants keen on French defender
- Red Devils also linked with World Cup winner
- German champions won't drop fee any further
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WHAT HAPPENED?
The Serie A giants are eager to bring the France international full-back on board, with their latest offer said to sit at around the €28 million (£24m/$30m) mark, with a further €5m linked to various bonuses. Inter had opened with a €25m bid, so are working their way up.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
are, however, reporting that Bundesliga champions Bayern are demanding a package worth a guaranteed €30m (£26m/$33m) for World Cup winner Pavard. That valuation has been dropped slightly, but the German giants will not go any further when it comes to the versatile 27-year-old.
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AND WHAT'S MORE
The expectation is that Inter will find the funds required to satisfy Bayern’s demands, allowing them to land a top target. They are aware that Premier League heavyweights Manchester United have also been sniffing around, but the Red Devils are also yet to make a suitable approach and would miss out entirely if the Nerazzurri act decisively.
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WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
Talks remain ongoing when it comes to Pavard, with San Siro seemingly set to be his next destination. The highly-rated defender has been with Bayern since 2019, taking in 163 appearances for the club and helping them to 11 major trophies – including four Bundesliga titles and a Champions League crown.