Juventus have renewed their interest in Davide Frattesi, only to receive a provocative response from Inter Milan, who have proposed a straight swap involving Andrea Cambiaso as the price of doing business.
According to Tuttosport, via CalcioMercato, a direct contact between all parties has already taken place, with Luciano Spalletti driving the push to reunite with the midfielder he worked with extensively during his time as Italy national team coach.
Frattesi was one of Spalletti’s most productive players at international level, and the Juventus head coach is keen to bring him to Turin regardless of whether the club secures Champions League or Europa League football next season.
UDINE, ITALY – MARCH 14: Andrea Cambiaso of Juventus reacts during the warm up ahead of the Serie A match between Udinese Calcio and Juventus FC at Stadio Friuli on March 14, 2026 in Udine, Italy. (Photo by Timothy Rogers/Getty Images)
Inter demand Cambiaso in response to Juventus approach for Frattesi
The foundation for a deal exists on one side. Frattesi’s relationship with Inter has broken down irreparably, the midfielder has been pushing for more playing time for over a year, only to see his minutes diminish further.
A January move to Nottingham Forest fell through when Liverpool refused to allow Curtis Jones to move to Inter in the opposite direction. A permanent summer exit now appears inevitable.
Frattesi’s own preference remains a return to Roma, but he has shown an openness to joining Juventus. The sticking point is Inter’s demands.
The Nerazzurri value the midfielder at no less than €30 million, but their counter-proposal was to suggest a like-for-like swap involving Cambiaso, a player who has also attracted interest from Como. Juventus consider the response provocative, and the two clubs remain far apart.
