“We bought Icardi because we thought he had the qualities that he is now showing, and I think he is quite necessary as a reference point. With that said, however, the strategies of the club often go further and therefore I can only say that I hope he will remain.” That was Massimo Moratti’s comment when asked about the possible renewal of Mauro Icardi’s contract.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, this is the current situation: “Inter is in no hurry: the contract until 2019 is ready, Maurito absolutely wants to stay at Inter. Selling Icardi, and the club is aware of this, would be a huge signal of weakness. This is also repeated by Mancini, who has told Thohir said that if there are big sales to do, it is ok, as long as they don’t touch him, Maurito. According to a reactivation of old rumors Chelsea would make an attempt to sign him. There are zero confirmations of this: Inter claims Icardi will not be sold. Until proven otherwise.”
Source: fcinternews.it
