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http://www.channel4.com/sport/footba...lia/jul4j.html
Inter leave Chivu race
Wednesday 4 July, 2007
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Inter have officially withdrawn their interest in signing Roma defender Cristian Chivu, leaving the Giallorossi to negotiate with Real Madrid.
The Nerazzurri had been chasing the Romanian star for a fortnight, but having seen an offer of around £13m plus Victor Obinna on loan refused they have decided to give up.
The Beneamata informed Roma of their decision by way of a fax, according to Inter’s official website.
“Internazionale would like to inform you that a fax was sent to AS Roma to confirm that the club no longer wishes to pursue its interest in Cristian Chivu,” the statement read.
President Massimo Moratti has already stated that he would not be drawn any further into a bidding war for the gifted stopper, but Wednesday’s announcement makes the position official.
Negotiations between Roma and Real Madrid are said to be close to completion with the figure of £13m plus £5m in additional payments per season being suggested by various sources.
It is believed that Inter may now set their sights on Palermo’s Andrea Barzagli, who is also a target for Genoa, and that the champions may be willing to part with £7m and £2m for the next four years.
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So they leave Chivu and now they are going for Barzagli.