Key Takeaways:
- Inter have declined a formal €40m offer from Brentford for Aleksandar Stankovic
- Stankovic rejoined Inter after helping Club Brugge secure the 2025-26 Belgian Pro League title
- The 21-year-old is expected to be integrated into Inter’s first-team plans for the 2026-27 season
Transfer Offer and Inter’s Decision
Inter have turned down a formal written offer of €40m from Premier League club Brentford for Aleksandar Stankovic. Both the Italian club and the player reportedly rejected the proposal. Brentford’s approach came after Stankovic’s standout season in Belgium, but Inter appear determined to retain his services for now. While Inter are understood to be prepared to consider higher bids in the future, at present, Stankovic is set to remain in Milan for the coming campaign.
🚨 BREAKING: Inter have rejected a formal €40M offer from Brentford for Stankovic. 🇷🇸⚫️🔵
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— Nerazzurri Society (@nerazzurriSoci_) August 5, 2026
Inter’s Midfield Depth and Stankovic’s Prospects
Stankovic, who is 21 years old, is seen as a critical component of Inter’s squad as they prepare for the 2026-27 season. Manager Cristian Chivu is reportedly relying on the versatile midfielder as part of his plans, likely to provide competition for Hakan Calhanoglu in the central role. The Nerazzurri boast a wealth of midfield options, including Calhanoglu, Piotr Zielinski, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Nicolo Barella, Petar Sucic, Davide Frattesi, and Andy Diouf. Nevertheless, Inter are understood to retain an interest in adding Liverpool’s Curtis Jones to their ranks.
Stankovic’s Impact at Club Brugge and Return to Inter
Stankovic played a pivotal role for Club Brugge in the 2025-26 season, helping the team to clinch the Belgian Pro League title. His performances also earned him the accolade of Belgian young footballer of the year. Owing to his strong displays, Inter opted to activate their €23m buy-back clause, bringing Stankovic back after his permanent move to Brugge in the summer of 2025. As matters stand, he will be aiming to establish himself at San Siro in the upcoming season amidst significant competition for places in midfield.
