Expanding Midfield Maestro's Agreement with Inter FC
Inter's Midfielder Mkhitaryan Set to Renew ContractUntil 2026
It seems Armenian footballer Henrikh Mkhitaryan, a key player for Inter Milan, is all set to sign a fresh contract with the Nerazzurri. According to Fabrizio Romano, the 34-year-old phenom is ready to commit to the Milanese club until the summer of 2026. Both parties have already reached a verbal agreement, and the official extension is on the horizon.
Originally, rumors swirled around Mkhitaryan's potential move to the Arabian Peninsula, with one of the Saudi clubs allegedly offering a two-year deal with double his current salary at Inter. But it looks like the Inter faithful can breathe a sigh of relief.
Mkhitaryan joined Inter in July 2022 as a free agent following his stint with Roma. Over 72 games, he's scored 7 goals and helped set up 7 more for his teammates. The 2023/24 season has seen him notch 2 goals and 5 assists.
History shows Mkhitaryan has donned the jerseys of numerous European clubs, including English giants Arsenal and Manchester United, Borussia Dortmund, and Ukrainian powerhouse Shakhtar, among others.
Intriguing insights:
- Mkhitaryan may be contemplating retirement, but the subject seems to be a casual jest. He's expressed a desire to remain at Inter for one more year, extending his stay until 2026, if the club agrees. No formal talks for a renewal have been reported yet.
- At the age of 36, Mkhitaryan remains a dominant force in midfield under Simone Inzaghi, playing an essential role in Inter's chase for an unprecedented treble (Serie A, Champions League, and Coppa Italia).
- A treble season could solidify Mkhitaryan's legacy before a transitional phase out of the squad, as Inter may need to address squad fatigue and plan for succession, while Mkhitaryan's experience and leadership remain invaluable.
Who knows what the future holds for the legendary midfielder!
- Despite rumors of a move to Saudi clubs offering higher salaries, Henrikh Mkhitaryan appears set to renew his contract with Inter Milan until 2026.
- Mkhitaryan's decision to extend his stay at Inter Milan, originally slated for only one year, is a testament to his satisfaction with the club and his role under Simone Inzaghi.
- With 2 goals and 5 assists this season, Mkhitaryan continues to be a significant contributor to Inter's pursuit of a treble in the European leagues, including Serie A, the Champions League, and Coppa Italia.
- Henrikh Mkhitaryan's impressive career includes stints with prominent English, German, Ukrainian, and Italian clubs, such as Arsenal, Manchester United, Borussia Dortmund, Shakhtar, and Roma, before joining Inter Milan.
- As Mkhitaryan's potential transitional phase from the squad approaches, his experience and leadership remain crucial for Inter Milan as they navigate the challenges of succession and maintain their competitive edge in football.
