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Hakan Calhanoglu breaks silence on Inter future amid Turkish transfer interest

Inter Milan's Turkish midfielder #20 Hakan Calhanoglu celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Italian Serie A football match between Inter Milan and AS Roma at San Siro stadium in Milan, on April 5, 2026. (AFP Photo)
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Inter Milan's Turkish midfielder #20 Hakan Calhanoglu celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Italian Serie A football match between Inter Milan and AS Roma at San Siro stadium in Milan, on April 5, 2026. (AFP Photo)
November 09, 2026 05:09 PM GMT+03:00

Inter midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu has played down speculation surrounding his future at the Italian club, insisting there is no need for concern as his contract approaches its expiration at the end of the season.

The Türkiye international addressed his situation following Inter's 2-0 home victory over Como in the 11th round of Italy's Serie A, with Pio Esposito and Marcus Thuram scoring the goals.

Calhanoglu started the match and remained on the pitch for 80 minutes before speaking to DAZN about his future.

Inter Milans Turkish midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu celebrates scoring his teams second goal with teammates during the UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg football match between Inter Milan and FC Barcelona at the San Siro stadium in Milan, Italy, May 6, 2025. (AFP Photo)
Inter Milans Turkish midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu celebrates scoring his teams second goal with teammates during the UEFA Champions League semi-final second leg football match between Inter Milan and FC Barcelona at the San Siro stadium in Milan, Italy, May 6, 2025. (AFP Photo)

Calhanoglu calls for calm over Inter contract

Having spent five years at Inter, Calhanoglu emphasized his attachment to the club and his teammates while making it clear that neither side was rushing to make a decision.

"I was expecting this question. I'm calm, I'm doing my job, and I love my teammates. I've been here for five years, and we've won a lot together. Both sides are calm, and we'll see what happens. There's no need to make a big fuss. Everyone should stay calm," he told DAZN.

His remarks come as his current contract is set to expire at the end of the season, leaving his longer-term future at Inter unresolved.

Inter Milans Turkish midfielder #20 Hakan Calhanoglu kicks and scores a penalty during the UEFA Champions League football match between Inter Milan and Arsenal at the San Siro stadium in Milan, November 6, 2024. (AFP Photo)
Inter Milans Turkish midfielder #20 Hakan Calhanoglu kicks and scores a penalty during the UEFA Champions League football match between Inter Milan and Arsenal at the San Siro stadium in Milan, November 6, 2024. (AFP Photo)

Turkish clubs linked as Calhanoglu continues Inter campaign

Calhanoglu, who joined Inter in 2021, has attracted interest from Turkish football giants Fenerbahce and Galatasaray.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding his future, the experienced midfielder has continued to feature for Inter, making 13 appearances and scoring three goals across all competitions this season.

His latest comments offered no indication of an immediate decision, with both the player and the club remaining calm about what comes next.

November 09, 2026 05:09 PM GMT+03:00
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