Andrea Ranocchia To Move To Inter By Season's End
Genoa defender Andrea Ranocchia has revealed he will be joining Inter either in January or June as president Massimo Moratti 'promised' him...
By Rick D'Andrea
The Italy Under-21 international is co-owned by both clubs, but it is his aim to make a move to the current European champions and establish himself.
"I am arriving, Inter," Ranocchia stated to Gazzetta Dello Sport. "In January or June, I will be a Nerazzurri player.
"I owe a lot to Genoa, but [Inter president Massimo] Moratti made me a promise."
Ranocchi hopes both clubs can reach an agreement by the January window as he is on a co-ownership deal.
"Inter left me at Genoa so that I could continue my recovery following the injury. I could head to Inter in January, but it all depends on both clubs.
"I am proud that Inter have put their faith in me."
And Ranocchia's aims extend beyond Nerazzurri colours as he eyes a future role with the senior Italy team.
"Everyone dreams about the national team, but after reaching the under-21 play-offs I want to close a cycle with my team-mates," he concluded.
Ranocchia had a standout season whilst on loan at Bari before suffering a serious knee injury.
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