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Italian Newspaper Slam 'Embarrassing Inter Defence' As Swiss Star Gets Lowest Rating In 3-1 Defeat At Napoli

Corriere dello Sport delivered another harsh verdict on Inter Milan’s 3-1 defeat to Napoli, writing that the team collapsed mentally and structurally and Manuel Akanji performed particularly poorly.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / October 23

Report – Inter Milan Make Decision On High-Performing Man City Owned Defender

Manuel Akanji has been in superb form since joining Inter Milan on loan from Manchester City on deadline day. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, the Italian giants have already decided to make his transfer permanent.

Borussia Monchengladbach News / SempreInter.com / October 20

Royale Union SG Vs Inter Milan – Swiss Goalkeeper Heaps Praise On Man City Owned Center-Back: 'Brought Serenity To Our Defense'

Inter Milan goalkeeper Yann Sommer hailed his teammate Manuel Akanji ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League clash against Royale Union SG. During the pre-match conference via FCInterNews, he discussed Akanji’s impact, along with several other topics.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / October 19

New Defensive General Gives Inter Milan Calm & Control In Roma Win

Manuel Akanji continues to look like one of the most impactful new arrivals in Serie A this season, with another competent display of composure and intelligence for Inter Milan in their 1-0 win against Roma.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / October 19

Inter Milan Teammates Hail Defensive Star & Summer Signing After Victory In Rome

Inter Milan’s sixth straight victory was built on Ange-Yoan Bonny’s decisive goal – but just as crucial was the defensive wall behind him: Manuel Akanji delivered one of his most complete performances since joining the Nerazzurri, drawing praise from teammates Barella and Bastoni.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / October 16

Report – Inter Milan Have Already Decided On First Signing In Summer Of 2026

Inter Milan will reportedly make Manchester City loanee Manuel Akanji their first summer signing at the end of the 2025/26 season. According to Calciomercato via FCInter1908, the San Siro giants have already decided to trigger a buyout option in their loan deal with Man City.

Sassuolo News / SempreInter.com / October 15

Roma Vs Inter Milan – Swiss Defender Returns From International Break: Turkey Ace & Four Italy Stars Expected Tomorrow

Star center-back Manuel Akanji has rejoined the Inter Milan squad following his international duties with Switzerland. According to Sky Sport via FCInterNews, five more first-team stalwarts will return to Appiano Gentile tomorrow.

Eintracht Frankfurt News / The Cult of Calcio / October 14

Inter Could Opt to Cash In on In-Demand Young Defender

Yann Aurel Bisseck has paid the price for an early blunder and the arrival of Manuel Akanji, and is pondering leaving Inter to feature more regularly. The young center-back believes he has a shot of making the Germany squad for the 2026 World Cup.

Inter Milan News / The Cult of Calcio / October 9

Inter Monitoring Several Defenders for the Future

Inter have already decided to buy out Manuel Akanji from Manchester City, but are also setting the stage for further moves in the back. Francesco Acerbi and Stefan De Vrij are both on expiring contracts and might not stick around, TuttoSport informs.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / October 8

Man City Owned Star Most Played Inter Milan Defender This Season

Manchester City loanee Manuel Akanji has made a superb start to his career at Inter Milan. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, the Swiss star has been the ‘most frequently played’ Nerazzurri defender this season.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / October 8

Report – Inter Milan To Sign Man City Owned Star Next June

Serie A giants Inter Milan have reportedly decided to activate the buyout option in their loan deal with Manchester City for Manuel Akanji. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri will make the Swiss defender’s transfer permanent in June 2026.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 7

Inter have already made Akanji transfer decision after loan move from Man City

Inter have an obligation to sign Manuel Akanji on a permanent deal if they win the Scudetto and the Swiss defender makes at least 50% of appearances, but the Serie A giants are reportedly determined to retain the Man City loanee regardless of those conditions.

Brighton and Hove Albion FC News / SempreInter.com / October 7

Report – Inter Milan Have Already Decided To Purchase Manchester City Loanee

Inter Milan have reportedly decided to activate the buyout clause in their loan agreement with Manchester City for Manuel Akanji. According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, the Swiss center-back has already impressed the Nerazzurri hierarchy.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / October 4

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.

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Manchester City News / Football Italia / October 2

Akanji opens up about Nigerian roots and first game at San Siro

Manuel Akanji is ‘proud’ of his Nigerian roots and reveals the first football shirt he had was from Christian Vieri at Inter: ‘ It was somehow with me.’ Akanji joined Inter on an initial loan deal with an obligation to buy from Manchester City in the summer transfer window and spoke about his first few weeks in Milan with Inter TV.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / October 2

Report – Man City Owned Inter Milan Defender Called Up For Switzerland World Cup Qualifiers Vs Sweden & Slovenia

Inter Milan center-back Manuel Akanji will represent Switzerland in upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Sweden and Slovenia. According to FCInterNews, Swiss coach Murat Yakin has called up the 30-year-old for October’s qualifying games.

Soccer News / SempreInter.com / October 1

Revealed – How Much Man City Owned Star Earns On Loan At Inter Milan

Switzerland international Manuel Akanji joined Inter Milan on loan from Manchester City on deadline day. According to Calcio e Finanza via FCInterNews, the 30-year-old’s deal at San Siro includes a rising salary and multiple bonuses.

Soccer News / The Cult of Calcio / September 29

Inter Plot to Keep Manchester City Loanee Regardless

Manuel Akanji has been a day-one starter despite joining Inter very late and has played full minutes in four consecutive matches, without rotating, unlike his partners in the back.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / September 29

Report – Swiss Center-Back Convinces Inter Milan To Trigger Purchase Option In Summer Of 2026

Manuel Akanji has reportedly convinced Inter Milan to make his loan transfer from Manchester City permanent in the summer of 2026. According to sources in Italy via FCInterNews, the Swiss center-back has impressed everyone at San Siro.

Soccer News / To The Lane And Back / September 28

Tottenham eyeing two PL defenders; 2026 transfer plans taking shape?

Tottenham’s defensive depth has been stretched thin in the opening months of the season. And with that in mind, the club’s already moving with intent to avoid another scramble when January comes around.

Inter Milan News / SempreInter.com / September 28

Nerazzurri Already Determined To Complete Purchase Of Switzerland Star After Strong Start

The Inter Milan leadership have never wavered in their backing of Cristian Chivu, even when the Romanian coach endured his most uncertain moments, as Manuel Akanji has been identified as an immediate permanent improvement to be made.

Manchester City News / Esteemed Kompany / September 2

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.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / September 1

A versatile Manchester City defender appears to be on his way to Inter Milan

Over the past week, it has seemed that Manuel Akanji would leave Manchester City. The Swiss international hasn’t featured in any of Manchester City’s first three games of the new Premier League season.

Soccer News / Esteemed Kompany / August 30

Tottenham make their move to sign a Manchester City defender

As it stands currently, it would seem that Manuel Akanji has every chance to leave Manchester City before the transfer window closes. As reported yesterday, Esteemed Kompany sources had learned that AC Milan were moving to sign the versatile centre-back.

Soccer News / Yardbarker / August 26