Inter, Dimarco: "I thank whoever left. Stankovic? He's a great guy

Context

Federico Dimarco, who was voted Serie A MVP last season, stands out as one of Inter's main players. With 18 assists, his impact on the game is undeniable, and his experience will be key as the team faces new challenges in Serie A. His ability to motivate and raise the level of performance of his teammates will be essential to Inter's success next season.

Why this matters

Federico Dimarco's statements reflect Inter's determination to maintain a high standard of performance in Serie A. The ambition to win the Scudetto is a clear sign that the team is focused on continuing its successful trajectory, especially after a strong previous season. Dimarco's leadership and competitive mentality are crucial to inspiring his colleagues and keeping morale high within the squad.

Main conclusions

Inter, Dimarco: "I thank whoever left. Stankovic? He's a boy.
Inter star Federico Dimarco talks about the team's ambitions for the 2026/27 season, highlighting the importance of maintaining the hunger for victory and mutual support between the players.
Inter, Dimarco: "Ringrazio chi è andato via. Stankovic? Ragazzo d'oro, with us."

Federico Dimarco returned to training with Inter and made important statements about the upcoming season: "We are going to win the Scudetto." In an interview with Sky Sport, during his internship in Donaueschingen, Germany, the Nerazzurri team player spoke about what he expects from the team in the 2026/27 season: "Ambitions must always be high. You must always have the desire to improve. After each season, everything starts all over again, as you no longer have the advantage you accumulated from the previous year: we are all at the same level. The objective is to continue doing what we did last year."

Dimarco also commented on how to deal with the risk of accommodation: "You fight with good training, with desire and enthusiasm, following the coach's instructions and, above all, maintaining the hunger to win. This is the most important thing: if you are hungry to win, you start with a step forward". Last year, he was voted Serie A MVP, with 18 assists. Asked about his current motivations and the weight of expectations, he stated: "I always try to do my part and help the team. The way I train myself hasn't changed either after the disappointment of the Champions League or after last year's Double. I'm always working as hard as I can. Sometimes the results appear more, other times less, but to have a clear conscience, you always have to give 100%. That's the basis for continuing to grow day after day."

With the departure of several figures from the "old" Inter, Dimarco and others are now the veterans of the group: "First I want to thank all the players who left, as they were part of a piece of Inter's history. We who have been here the longest - me, Barella, Bastoni, Lautaro, Calhanoglu and others - will have to convey to the new and younger people what it means to play for Inter and wear this shirt. It's not a shirt like the others. We all know what San Siro represents. We need their support from everyone: from the fans and also from supporting each other, because we must push each other to keep Inter always at the highest levels".

Regarding young players like Stankovic and Mosconi, Dimarco commented: "I think that (Aleksandar, ed.) he must make the most of every minute since he arrived here. He must focus on working well, growing day after day and helping the team. He is a midfielder with different characteristics to those we have in the squad. I know him a little better and I can say that he is a golden boy, with a lot of desire to work and who cares a lot about Inter. He has demonstrated this every day and I hope he continues like this in the future".

Finally, Dimarco made an assessment about the current Inter and the main rivals in the fight for the Scudetto: "I see this Inter as in other years: a team that starts to fight for the championship. We never hide from this, even when we were unable to do so in the past. I believe that all teams start at the same level, although there may be a small advantage for those who do not participate in the Champions League, as this competition consumes a lot of energy. The main rivals will be Inter, Milan, Napoli, Juventus, Roma and Atalanta. Even Como is strengthening itself. There are many teams that can do well throughout the entire championship."

What happens next

With the deal practically closed, Bologna is just waiting for the documentation to be formalized to make Amondarain's transfer official. The player will also be able to participate in his last match for Estudiantes against Independiente, which generates some apprehension in the Italian club. The expectation is that, upon completion of the bureaucratic process, Amondarain will be able to quickly join the team in Casteldebole.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to Mikel Amondarain?

Mikel Amondarain is about to be signed by Bologna, with the operation entering the final stretch.

Who confirmed Amondarain's transfer?

Transfer information was provided by Corriere dello Sport.

Why is now the time for transfer?

The transfer is being finalized, with Bologna just waiting to receive the signed documents.

What changes will occur in the Bologna team?

Amondarain is seen as the ideal player to add solutions to the midfield and succeed Freuler.

What is Amondarain's transfer fee?

The agreement between the clubs is set at 8.5 million euros, plus 10% of a future sale of the player.