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Inter Milan believes Rakitic is close in signing for the club

Rakitic has been an undisputable number 1 midfielder at Barcelona for years

The Italian giants are in a pole position to land Rakitic and 2 other stars next summer, according to reports in Italy. The Barcelona midfielder has been Inter's long-term target as Luka Modric's deal failed to materialize. However, Ernesto Valverde remains keen to keep the veteran maestro despite strong interest from the Serie A outfit.

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Rakitic's future at the Camp Nou has seemed bleak after the Catalans decided to purchase numerous midfielders in recent seasons. The 31-year-old has seen many competitors such as Arturo Vidal and Arthur Melo, while Frenkie de Jong will also arrive at the club next season.

Inter believe that they are close to secure the former Sevilla player's service as the star is yet to sign a contract extension with the La Liga outfit. The other 2 stars who are said to be close to joining the Italian side are Matteo Darmian and Edin Dzeko.