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Inter director admits regret over failed Palestra signing and Tonali deal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 7:20 PM

Last updated Jun 29, 2026

Inter director admits regret over failed Palestra signing and Tonali deal

Summary

Inter director Piero Ausilio revealed at a recent event marking the start of the Serie A transfer window that the club was 'snubbed' by Marco Palestra, who opted for Chelsea, citing financial constraints. He expressed disappointment about missing out on former Brescia midfielder Sandro Tonali, who joined AC Milan in 2020 before moving to Newcastle United. Ausilio indicated that hesitation from the club's owners, Oaktree, contributed to the missed Palestra deal, as Inter was unable to match Chelsea's offer, significantly higher in wages and transfer fee. The event took place in Rimini, emphasizing the ongoing activities associated with the Serie A transfer market.

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By the Numbers

•Piero Ausilio admits Inter was snubbed by Palestra for Chelsea.
•Chelsea's offer included double the wages and a higher transfer fee.
•Ausilio regrets not securing Tonali when he was at Brescia.
•Onlookers gathered in Rimini for the Serie A transfer window kickoff.
•Hesitation from owners Oaktree affected Palestra's transfer negotiations.

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7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Inter ‘snubbed’ by Palestra for Chelsea, reveal Tonali regret

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Inter director Piero Ausilio admits they got ‘snubbed’ when Marco Palestra went to Chelsea and hints Oaktree were to blame, but admits he was ‘caught napping’ on Sandro Tonali.The various club...
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