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Manuel Akanji insists that he is not concerned by ongoing developments at his former club Manchester City, claiming ‘I won my titles’ and that he is currently

Manchester City News / Goal.com / October 7

Inter, for Akanji the target is the Champions League: 'I’m not signing for the Serie A title and the Coppa Italia, I want everything'

The Swiss defender also speaks about a three-man defence and a four-man defence Manuel Akanji , an Inter defender and Switzerland international, has made his aims for the season crystal clear: the 1995-born former Manchester City player wants the Champions League .

Soccer News / Football Italia / August 22

Akanji: ‘Inter have a better squad now, Stones is a great friend’

Manuel Akanji is reunited with his former Manchester City teammate John Stones at Inter ahead of the season opener with Monza. ‘He’s one of my great friends.’ It kicks off at San Siro at 17.30 UK time (18.30 CEST).

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Manchester City News / Football Italia / August 18

Akanji: Stones will ‘quickly’ adapt to Inter, Switzerland ‘could have won the World Cup’

Manuel Akanji is confident that new Inter signing John Stones will ‘quickly’ adapt to his new club and insists Switzerland could have won the World Cup: ‘We had been better than Argentina…’ Inter defender Akanji has just begun his second season at San Siro.

Atalanta News / Football Italia / July 25

Inter hope to replicate Akanji transfer formula with Tottenham’s Romero

Inter hope Tottenham will lower their €50m asking price for Cristian Romero, but could even match Spurs’ demands as long as they accept a loan deal with an obligation to buy, Gazzetta reports.

Crystal Palace News / Goal.com / July 8

Doubting Jordan Pickford is a fool's errand: England goalkeeper keeps putting critics in their place as he prepares to break World Cup record

The final 20 minutes of England's dramatic, round-of-16 win over Mexico suited Jordan Pickford down to the ground. The Three Lions were down to 10 men, and Thomas Tuchel made the remit clear: To bunker in and keep the ball as far away from goal as possible.

Napoli News / Football Italia / June 20

Akanji makes De Bruyne prediction for 2026-27 as Napoli wait for Allegri

Inter defender Manuel Akanji insists Kevin De Bruyne can still have a ‘significant impact’ in Italian football as the Belgian was ‘unlucky’ in his first season at Napoli.

Soccer News / Football Italia / June 20

Akanji ‘not a big fan’ of hydration breaks, but SoFi Stadium ‘the best I’ve played in’

Inter and Switzerland defender Manuel Akanji admits he’s ‘not a big fan’ of hydration breaks at the World Cup, but says the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles is the best he’s ever played in.

Manchester City News / Football Italia / May 6

Why Inter are now obliged to spend €15m on permanent Akanji deal

Inter have reportedly triggered their obligation to buy defender Manuel Akanji on a permanent deal from Manchester City after winning the 2025-26 Scudetto, but what were the exact conditions of the deal?

Manchester City News / The Cult of Calcio / May 5

Manchester City Loanee Akanji to Join Inter Permanently

Manuel Akanji would have likely stayed at Inter regardless, but winning the title and the fact that he appeared in half of the matches automatically activated a €15M transfer from Manchester City, since he had joined on an initial loan, Sky reports.

Soccer News / Football Italia / May 2

Report: Inter offer Akanji two-year deal as permanent move from Manchester City beckons

Manuel Akanji is set to make his move to Inter permanent, with the Nerazzurri ready to secure the defender on a two-year deal following a successful loan spell from Manchester City.

Soccer News / Football Italia / May 1

Report Ake offered to Inter in growing Manchester City rapport

Italian reports claim that Manchester City defender Nathan Aké has been offered to Inter, where he would reunite with Manuel Akanji. Read Football Italia

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / April 25

Inter Milan Ready To Finalise Permanent Move For Man City Star After Impressive Debut Season

Inter Milan are set to make Manuel Akanji a permanent player, with only formalities remaining before the defender’s move from Manchester City is officially completed.

Soccer News / Football Italia / April 25

Inter transfers: 15m Man City deal approved as Solet talks begin

According to reports in Italy, Inter are ready to make Manuel Akanji’s move from Manchester City permanent for €15m, but have also begun preliminary talks with Udinese for Oumar Solet.

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Soccer News / SempreInter.com / April 20

Inter Milan & Swiss Center-Back Delivers Verdict On Potential Domestic Double: 'It Would Be Great'

Inter Milan defender Manuel Akanji couldn’t hide his excitement about the prospect of winning a domestic double in his first season at San Siro. Speaking to Sport Mediaset via FCInterNews, Akanji also admitted he had held talks with AC Milan before joining the Nerazzurri.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / April 11

Como Vs Inter Milan – Switzerland Defender Sets Sights On Scudetto Title & Praises Bond With Italy Star

Manuel Akanji has set his sights on the Scudetto as Como vs Inter Milan approaches, while praising his growing partnership with Italy defender Alessandro Bastoni.

AC Monza News / SempreInter.com / January 3

Revealed: The Role Akanji Can Play In Helping Inter Milan Secure Top January Target

Manuel Akanji could become a decisive piece in Inter Milan pursuit of Joao Cancelo in January, both on the pitch and in the transfer market. As highlighted by La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Swiss defender has made an immediate and overwhelming impact since arriving from Manchester City.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / November 20

A Manchester City defender looks to have his heart set on staying at Inter Milan

Manuel Akanji left Manchester City last summer to spend the 25/26 season on loan at Inter Milan. So far this season, Akanji has made 13 appearances for Inter in all competitions and he has become a mainstay of their defence.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / October 4, 2025

Inter Milan appear to be eager to sign Manuel Akanji on a permanent basis

Manuel Akanji left Manchester City for Inter Milan on loan for the 25/26 season. The Swiss defender had to leave City as the club looked to trim the size of Pep Guardiola’s squad, and Akanji wasn’t guaranteed minutes if he remained a City player for this season.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / September 12, 2025

Predicted Lineups – Manuel Akanji To Make Debut In Juventus Vs Inter Milan Serie A Classic

Manuel Akanji is expected to make his debut for Inter Milan this weekend in the season’s first Derby d’Italia against Juventus. Akanji holds the edge over German defender Yann Aurel Bisseck, reports from the Gazzetta dello Sport claim, via FcInterNews.it.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / September 2, 2025

The contribution of Manuel Akanji to Manchester City’s success cannot be overlooked

Manuel Akanji has joined Inter Milan on loan for the 25/26 season. The versatile defender leaves Manchester City after spending three seasons at the club.

Empoli News / SempreInter.com / September 2, 2025

Official – Inter Milan Sign Manuel Akanji On Deadline Day From Manchester City

Inter Milan have completed the deadline day signing of defender Manuel Akanji from Manchester City. The Nerazzurri confirm the 30-year-old Swiss international’s arrival in an official announcement.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / August 26, 2025