Real Madrid Deny Claims of Conflict with Inter over Achraf Hakimi Deal

Real Madrid CF have responded to claims that relations are strained between the Spanish club and the Italian Inter Milan over payments relating to the transfer of Achraf Hakimi.

According to Corriere dello Sport, the Royal club were demanding more guarantees for the player’s delayed payment and could even ask for him back.

Inter Milan signed the Moroccan professional in September for €40m with the fee to be paid in four €10m instalments.

The first payment was due in December, but both clubs agreed a postponement until March 30.

The report by Corriere dello Sport claimed that Los Merengues have growing fears about Inter’s financial stability as they seek new investors and could be even considering selling the club.

However, Madrid Football Club responded to the claims with a statement dismissing the reports as totally false and underlining the strength of the relationship between the two clubs.

“Real Madrid has not proceeded at any time to an alleged requirement of guarantees from Inter Milan, as stated in the publication,” the Royal club said.

“The terms of the player’s transfer to Inter are framed within the usual and normal contractual relationships between football clubs. And more in this case with Inter Milan, with whom Real Madrid has always maintained and continues to maintain an excellent relationship with, as a historic club and a friend.” they added.

Many Real Madrid supporters see that it was a mistake to release the Moroccan international who’s scored six goals and contributed five assists from 24 appearances this season.