Confidence In Cancelo Arrival At Inter Milan As Dutch Defender Could Move In Other Direction To Al-Hilal

Confidence is growing at Inter Milan over the potential return of Joao Cancelo, with talks involving Al-Hilal entering a decisive phase.

According to SportMediaset, via FCInterNews, Inter believe the conditions are now in place to push the deal forward.

The Nerazzurri remain optimistic about Cancelo’s willingness to return to Serie A, and discussions with the Saudi club are progressing positively.

At this stage, Stefan de Vrij is considered more likely than Francesco Acerbi to move in the opposite direction as part of the wider negotiations.

Al-Hilal are keen to reinforce their defence and view the Dutch international as a profile that fits their needs, especially given his experience and leadership.

Inter Accelerate For Cancelo As De Vrij Could Head Other Way

MILAN, ITALY – APRIL 12: Stefan de Vrij of FC Internazionale acknowledges the fans during the warm up prior to the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Cagliari at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on April 12, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

The coming weekend could prove decisive.

Inter are pushing to close the operation quickly, aware that Cancelo’s situation will not remain open indefinitely.

In the background, Barcelona continue to monitor the situation.

Cancelo has already worn the Blaugrana shirt and would welcome a return to Spain, but Inter currently feel they hold a concrete advantage in the race.

For the Nerazzurri, the formula is clear: optimism remains cautious, but the path to bringing Cancelo back to Milan appears more realistic than at any previous stage.