Italian Serie A giants Inter Milan are reportedly keeping close tabs on Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey, with growing interest ahead of the January transfer window, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.
The 26-year-old centre-back, who is also comfortable operating as a left-back, has become a key figure at Fulham since joining the Premier League side from Ajax in the summer of 2023 for a fee in the region of £19 million. Bassey’s versatility, physical strength, aerial dominance, and calmness in possession have made him an important part of Marco Silva’s defensive setup at Craven Cottage, especially during a demanding season affected by injuries and international duties.
Inter Milan are understood to be among several Serie A clubs monitoring the Nigeria international, as the Nerazzurri look to reinforce their defensive options. The interest is believed to be driven by the club’s desire to add depth and reliability at the back as they compete on multiple fronts, including the Serie A title race and their European commitments.
Bassey is currently away on international duty with Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, where he is part of the Super Eagles squad alongside Fulham teammates Alex Iwobi and winger Samuel Chukwueze. His absence from Fulham’s recent fixtures has further highlighted his importance to the London club, both in terms of defensive stability and leadership.
Despite the growing interest from Italy, Fulham are said to be unwilling to entertain any mid-season departure for the former Rangers defender. The club reportedly views Bassey as a central figure in their long-term plans and is keen to maintain stability within the squad during the second half of the season.
For now, Inter Milan’s interest remains at the monitoring stage, but Bassey’s consistent performances at the club and international level continue to enhance his reputation as one of Nigeria’s most reliable defenders in Europe.