Choose Inter Milan, Piotr Zielinski Leave Napoli

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JAKARTA - Napoli have lost one of the best players, Piotr Zielinski. With a free transfer status, Zielinski chose to join Inter Milan.

Inter are lucky to get Zielinski, one of the best midfielders in Serie A, for free. Yes, Inter doesn't need to spend a penny because Zielinski's contract with Napoli will expire in June 2024.

The departure of this Polish national team player made Napoli have lost the best player for so many times. Zielinski played a role in leading Napoli to the Scudetto last season.

The brilliant performance of this 29-year-old player has made himself targeted by many clubs. Zielinski is said to be going to the Premier League or La Liga. The reason is, he has become a target for Liverpool and West Ham United.

Meanwhile in Spain, Barcelona are interested in bringing it. However, it is not easy for Barca to buy players. Financial problems make the club not arbitrarily bring in players.

Being the target of many clubs, Zielinski did not leave Italy. He chose to cross to Inter. According to information, Zielinski has signed a pre-contract with I Nerazzurri.

Meanwhile, Fabrizio Romano, a journalist who is also a player transfer expert, revealed that Inter had reached an verbal agreement with Zielinski.

"Both parties have finalized Zielinski's contract. The relevant documents are expected to have been signed by the end of this month. If according to the plan, he will arrive at the San Siro on a free transfer," said Romano.

Zielinski last renewed his contract at Napoli in 2020. However, the former Udinese player later rejected an offer for a contract extension from Napoli.

The issue circulating Zielinski is still hurt because he was not included in the squad competing in the Champions League. He responded to his disappointment by rejecting the club's new contract.

However, Napoli's sporting director, Mauro Meluso, denied the rumors. According to him, Zielinski was not included purely for reasons of football.

"We have spoken to each other. Their decision is entirely related to football and is very logical," said Meluso.

"Zielinski is a professional player. He will continue to play even though only in Serie A," he said.

Zieinski was recruited by Napoli in 2016. He has scored 50 goals and 46 assists during 355 matches. Zielinski helped Napoli win the Coppa Italia and the title Serie A 2022/2023.