Report: Ex Inter & PSG forward Icardi linked with Serie A return

Mauro Icardi does not appear entirely convinced about remaining in Turkey, and at the end of this season, he will be available on a free transfer once his contract with Galatasaray expires.

The Argentine striker, who scored 121 Serie A goals during his spells with Inter and Sampdoria, is reportedly prioritising a return to Italy to continue his career.

According to La Stampa, confirming reports from Istanbul, via AreaNapoli, Torino president Urbano Cairo is exploring the possibility of bringing Icardi back to Serie A.

ISTANBUL, TURKEY – April 21: Como linked Mauro Icardi of Galatasaray celebrates after scoring his team’s first goal during the Turkish Super League match between Galatasaray and Pendikspor at Rams Park on April 21, 2024 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Ahmad Mora/Getty Images)

Torino exploring move for Icardi

Such a move would also allow Icardi to be closer to his daughters following his definitive split from Wanda Nara.

The idea of an all-Argentine attacking partnership with Giovanni Simeone, formerly of Napoli, has already captured the imagination of the Granata fans.

There are no conditions for a deal in January, but Galatasaray could be open to selling for a minimal fee to avoid losing him for nothing and to save around €3m net in wages.

Torino Duvan Zapata injured EPA-EFE/MATTEO BAZZI

Zapata future to be established first

Before making a move, Torino must assess the fitness of Duván Zapata, under contract until 2027, who is still recovering from a serious knee injury and has managed just 23 minutes across Serie A and the Coppa Italia this season.

For now, the 32-year-old Icardi remains part of coach Okan Buruk’s plans at Galatasaray and has scored five goals in his first seven league games, serving as the primary alternative to Victor Osimhen in the Turkish champions’ forward line.