Inter, the reigning champions of Italy last season, played a friendly match with Manchester City on Saturday, a match that highlighted serious issues for the Italians in defense, especially on the right flank.
There, Diouf and Luis Henrique proved to be far from what was initially believed about them at the time of their acquisition.
Inter won on penalties against City, after a 1-1 draw at the end of the 90 minutes played in Hong Kong. Inter lost Dutchman Denzel Dumfries on the right flank, who left for Real Madrid, and his replacements do not seem to be of the same quality.
„Last season, Diouf alternated good performances in several positions – midfielder, second striker, winger – but Chivu reiterated that he sees him as a winger. At the moment, he is a starter. Although, against City, he had many problems against Semenyo, he is a winger with good dribbling skills.
This is evidence of how much the Frenchman needs to work on the defensive aspect. In addition, Diouf only started playing there last year, so it will take some time before he can play a match in that position against a team like City. He was beaten by Semenyo in Mubama’s goal,” points out Gazzetta dello Sport about yesterday’s match.
And immediately after the game, the renowned transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano highlighted the positions that Inter now need to strengthen: „He said that they need reinforcement on the wing, and we will have to understand specifically what they will choose.
Also, Inter must make a decision regarding Cuti Romero, with negotiations ongoing. They would like Curtis Jones, but Liverpool is asking for 40 million euros. So, a fullback, a center-back, and a midfielder.”
D.A.