Inter Milan's Dutch international Dumfries has no intention of negotiating a contract extension with the club before the transfer window closes, according to a new report from The Athletic's renowned journalist Ornstein. Dumfries has just the final 12 months left on his contract and Inter have been looking to stabilize the team's backline by agreeing a new contract deal with the 28-year-old right-back.
However, Dumfries' career plans have clearly deviated from Inter's expectations. He is currently focused on seeking a move to another team, and joining Premier League giants Manchester United is extremely attractive to him. This decision has certainly caught Inter off guard, and has added to the team's uncertainty in the transfer market.
It is worth noting that the possibility of Dumfries joining Manchester United is not unfounded. It largely depends on the transfer movement of United defender Wan-Bissaka. West Ham United have now reached an agreement in principle with Manchester United over the transfer of Wan-Bissaka, but the two sides have yet to agree on personal terms. Wan-Bissaka himself prefers to join Inter, a preference that opens up the possibility of a potential swap between Dumfries and Wan-Bissaka.
However, this exchange is still at the stage of being proposed by an intermediary and has not been directly confirmed by the two clubs. United, for their part, have their own considerations at the back, preferring to sell Wan-Bissaka to West Ham United and bring in Bayern Munich's Mazrahi as a replacement. Negotiations are ongoing, but the outcome is not yet clear.
For Dumfries, joining Manchester United will be an important turning point in his career. As the traditional giants of the English Premier League, Manchester United has strong power and extensive influence, which can provide him with a broader stage and more opportunities. However, he will also need to face more intense competition and higher expectations, which will be a serious test for his career development and psychological quality.
