Unleashing Inter Milan's Global Dominance: A Groundbreaking Partnership with Fanatics
Inter Milan collaboration with Fanatics to amplify global fan engagement for over 530 million supporters worldwide.
Consider this! Football colossus FC Internazionale Milano, otherwise known as Inter or Inter Milan, just struck a game-changing partnership—one that taps into the mighty e-commerce, retail, manufacturing, and licensing prowess of the celebrated sports merchandising powerhouse, Fanatics.
Inter Milan, one of Italy's storied franchises, has always been an innovator in the world of football. This collaboration with Fanatics takes things to another level.
This long-haul partnership aims to harness Fanatics' vertical commerce model, local expertise, and far-reaching global infrastructure to amplify the global fan experience.
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The electric energy of Inter Milan's loyal fanbase, known as the “Nerazzurri,” has Inter's Chief Revenue Officer, Giorgio Ricci, believing this is the perfect moment to team up with Fanatics.
"Inter has a fanbase of over 530 million people around the world who adore our brand and holds the title as the second-fastest-growing European club since 2020," stated Ricci. "As our global clout continues to escalate across every continent, it's vital for us to maintain ties with our fans, wherever they may reside."
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"We aim to stay connected to our fans, and to do that, we are ecstatic to partner with a global leader in sports merchandising like Fanatics," he added. "This union will reshape the way Inter is perceived in the retail sector—not just within Italy, but across the international arena."
This partnership is poised to catapult Inter Milan's global brand through exclusive collections, locally resonant designs, expanded product selection, user-friendly online and in-store experiences, and much more.
Fanatics signed a similar deal with Inter's Series A rival, Juventus FC, back in June 2024. Just like Juventus' white-and-black stripes, Inter's blue and black uniform is one of the most recognizable in football worldwide.
🇮🇹 Inter Milan and Fanatics Connect in Milan on May 30, 2025
"Inter is an all-star in the world of football with a rich legacy and unwavering commitment to excellence, both on and off the pitch," said Stephen Dowling, President of International at Fanatics. "We are thrilled to team up with such an iconic club to enhance the shopping experience for millions of fans worldwide."
Lorenzo Forte, CEO of Fanatics Italy, shared Dowling's enthusiasm. "Inter is the heart and soul of its fans, and we grasp the responsibility that accompanies this partnership," Forte said. "Our Italian team is laser-focused on delivering for this passionate fanbase, offering outstanding service and forging exciting new ways for them to connect with their beloved club."
🏆 Partnership Announced Weeks Before the Inaugural FIFA Club World Cup
The collaboration comes on the heels of Inter and other top-tier football clubs globally preparing to face off in the first-ever FIFA Club World Cup, slated to air exclusively on FOX Sports.
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With this partnership, Inter Milan's iconic blue and black uniform, one of the most recognizable in football worldwide, will be offered through exclusive collections and expanded product selection, aiming to provide a user-friendly shopping experience for their global fanbase, known as the “Nerazzurri.” This collaboration with Fanatics is not only significant for Inter Milan within Italy, but it also positions the club to resonate in the European leagues and beyond.
