Inter Set to Make Josep Martinez Their No.1

Overview

• Yann Sommer is expected to depart when his contract expires in June, creating a vacant starting role at Inter.
• Inter have moved away from pursuing Tottenham’s Guglielmo Vicario and are increasingly likely to promote Josep Martinez, who joined from Genoa in 2024, to be the first-choice keeper.
• The pursuit of Vicario cooled after Tottenham’s improved form under Roberto De Zerbi raised his market value and reduced the chance of a relegation-driven price drop.
• Italian reports place Lazio’s Ivan Provedel in pole position to join Inter as an experienced No.2 because he has just over a year left on his contract and Lazio may be open to selling after his March shoulder surgery.
• Inter’s plan prioritizes a low-cost internal promotion for the starting job while adding a seasoned deputy, a move that preserves funds and gives Martinez a clear pathway to regular first-team minutes.