Inter Milan chief Beppe Marotta says the Nerazzurri are trying to add two strikers this summer – but are having to deal with Financial Fair Play constraints.
The Italian giants want to sign Romelu Lukaku from Manchester United after the Belgian fell down the pecking order at Old Trafford under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
They are also keen to add a younger centre-forward but Marotta admits they have so far been frustrated in their bid to strengthen their attack.
“We are seeking two strikers, one more experienced and another younger, because as of today we only have Lautaro Martinez,” Marotta said.
“Last season we also had Keita Balde Diao and Mauro Icardi, now we have only one forward.
“We’re trying to ponder and evaluate the various profiles, but it’s a year of change, Conte and his new ideas have arrived, whereas next year we’ll certainly be more prepared and streamlined.
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“I know Conte very well, I know his language and how to interpret him in the best way.
“The whole club is in sync, even in symbiosis, with the coach, with his focus on details, the fact he is very demanding and has a strong working culture at the base of everything.
“This is why he feels the need to have a team at his disposal as soon as possible. However, the long transfer window means clubs expand their timing a little and it hasn’t really gone into the next phase yet.
“It’s obvious that we are struggling above all in attack, but we want to do things calmly so that we don’t make any hasty choices.
“Every decision will be made and shared with Conte, without doubt, but we must also recognise that there are economic balances to be respected and so we are keeping a close eye on the Financial Fair Play situation.
“We cannot make too heavy an investment, as we risk falling back into the UEFA bad books.”
