Diego Godin

[Il Drago]

Inter to sell Godin in the summer as they look to the future: the details

Uruguayan defender Diego Godin is set to leave Inter in the summer after struggling to adapt to coach Antonio Conte’s tactical system, according to a report from Fabrizio Romano on Italian media outlet Calciomercato.com today.

The report details how the 34-year-old veteran has a great respect for Conte and his system, but has struggled to fit in well in the back-three, having spent most of his career in a back-four. Conte is wedded to his 3-5-2 formation and so Godin’s departure makes sense for both parties. No acceptable offer has been received by the Nerazzurri for the player so far.

Godin’s wages are also incredibly high, the report continues, as the former Atletico Madrid man earns around €5 million a year with bonuses. His contract is set to expire in 2022, and so Inter could save up to €20 million by selling the veteran defender in the summer. The Nerazzurri are looking for a new centre back who can play in a back-three and who knows how to carry the ball forward, helping with transitions. Inter are following Hellas Verona defender Marash Kumbulla and could make a move to sign the Albanian teenager in the summer.

https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/inter-to-sell-godin-in-the-summer-as-they-look-to-the-future-the-92319

 

[DARi0]

According to the Gazzetta dello Sport, the experienced Uruguayan will not leave Inter this summer for two reasons: one is that there is no significant offer for him and two is because he is not someone that gives up easily.

Godin is convinced that he can adapt to Italian football. He likes the city, this team and therefore he will stay and give it another shot.

> This means there is no need for Vertonghen/Izzo type of player.

 

[Howl]

Lyon's president pretty much confirmed that they're interested in signing him:

When asked about Godin and Mamadou Sakho by Europe 1, President Aulas did not disguise their interest.

“These are among the names mentioned, there were also many others,” was his response.

https://www.football-italia.net/154493/lyon-confirm-godin-interest

 

[thatdude]

Good we should use him for a discount on Bruno Guimares

 

[DARi0]

Sorry to disappoint but there are slim chances Inter will pocket a transfer fee in case Godin is leaving. How much do you think Inter can sell him for?

Calciomercato.com: Lyon have been in contact with Inter defender Diego Godin’s entourage to discuss a possible deal.

The report details how the 34-year-old Uruguayan joined the Nerazzurri on a free transfer last summer, signing a three-year deal, but he could already be on the way out, only one season after arriving. The former Atletico Madrid man has disappointed in Milan, not properly adapting to the tactical system of coach Antonio Conte.

Lyon have been in contact with his agents to discuss a possible move, the report continues, as they consider him the ideal player to reinforce the department, which is missing a leader.

Inter would be happy to let the player leave for free in the summer, as his departure would save them around €20 million in total. The only issue is that Lyon cannot afford his €5 million net salary, and so the player must decide whether to accept a wage drop or stay in Milan and try to improve his standing.

 

[CafeCordoba]

I don't like this at all. I'm certain Godin asks for severance pay and we will pay something to him. I don't understand that bullshit. We should keep him, he's a veteran, a winner and used-to-be world class player. I think there's definitely a place for him in the squad. If he leaves, he should leave AT MOST for free, but not that we would have to pay something to him for leaving and accepting lesser salary elsewhere. That is his decision to lower the salary, not ours, I don't think Conte wants Godin to leave anywhere so I don't see a validity for any severance pay.

 

[IRR26]

Ausilio didn't learn anything from Vidal case.

 

[brehme1989]

Ausilio didn't learn anything from Vidal case.

Care to elaborate?

 

[YoramG]

I'm quite baffled honestly. I'm not against Godin leaving, but I'm quite sure he'd do far better as the middle CB than he has been at RCB, so can't we keep him to rotate with De Vrij instead of Ranocchia being first choice sub?

Bastoni/Kumbulla-De Vrij/Godin-Skriniar/D'Ambrosio looks more than fine to me for our 6 CBs.

 

[Howl]

I'm quite baffled honestly. I'm not against Godin leaving, but I'm quite sure he'd do far better as the middle CB than he has been at RCB, so can't we keep him to rotate with De Vrij instead of Ranocchia being first choice sub?

Bastoni/Kumbulla-De Vrij/Godin-Skriniar/D'Ambrosio looks more than fine to me for our 6 CBs.

I think the problem is the club probably doesn't want to pay 5mil salary for someone who will be on the bench and played as a rotation/sub most of the time. Plus he's probably not happy being benched and would rather play as a starter elsewhere. I agree though he should stay as he is still a top quality and proven centreback and there aren't many good ones around. The last thing I want is for one of the CB's to get injured and we have to consistently rely on Ranocchia and co.

 

[CafeCordoba]

I think the problem is the club probably doesn't want to pay 5mil salary for someone who will be on the bench and played as a rotation/sub most of the time. Plus he's probably not happy being benched and would rather play as a starter elsewhere. I agree though he should stay as he is still a top quality and proven centreback and there aren't many good ones around. The last thing I want is for one of the CB's to get injured and we have to consistently rely on Ranocchia and co.

Exactly this. Godin hasn't been great but his presence in the team is still net positive. I don't know who we could get who'd bring same veteran status and experience what Godin does, if he leaves. I mean without breaking the bank. Someone like Kumbulla is not what we need right now, at all. Brilliant investment for the future, but not to this team for next season.

 

[IRR26]

Care to elaborate?

Sorry about mispelling. Vidic.

Both of them were great defenders when Inter signed them but had too little time left for those huge contracts Inter gave them.

Both moved to foreign league they didn't know and to 3 men defence line they haven't played before.

 

[brehme1989]

Sorry about mispelling. Vidic.

Both of them were great defenders when Inter signed them but had too little time left for those huge contracts Inter gave them.

Both moved to foreign league they didn't know and to 3 men defence line they haven't played before.

Vidic was 100% Thohir's transfer.

Godin was done before we had approached Conte, so it's unfair on both the player and the people who concluded the deal. I'm pretty sure he'd have second thoughts if he knew we were going for a 3 man defense before he pledged to sign for us last January.

 

[Lui]

Then he signed on knowing he would be 3rd option in CB pair. I think Godin's misfortune at Inter has more to do with Bastoni's rise than his actual performances, which were not even bad.

 

[CafeCordoba]

And Conte's preference to have left-footed LCB.

 

[PHM1605]

Vidic was 100% Thohir's transfer.

Godin was done before we had approached Conte, so it's unfair on both the player and the people who concluded the deal. I'm pretty sure he'd have second thoughts if he knew we were going for a 3 man defense before he pledged to sign for us last January.

A sporting director role in a transfer is ZERO percent. Wow.
Let me ask you a honest question: between Ausilio and Marotta, whom do you rate higher?

 

[Palacio]

Godin's high wages are also a major reason in favor of getting rid of him

 

[CafeCordoba]

But if we end up paying a severance pay to him since he has to lower his salary if he moves to let's say Lyon, it's a bit counter-productive in terms of saving in salaries. I consider it unlikely we will let Godin go unless he can find a good deal.

 

[brehme1989]

A sporting director role in a transfer is ZERO percent. Wow.
Let me ask you a honest question: between Ausilio and Marotta, whom do you rate higher?

It's not a matter of rating, it's a matter of who has a say and how much of a say that person has.

It is exhausting seeing people blame Ausilio for every bad move but Suning, Sabatini, Marotta or the manager gets full credit for a good move. It's one thing to scapegoat and it's another to constantly crucify for no reason whatsoever.

 

[PHM1605]

It's not a matter of rating, it's a matter of who has a say and how much of a say that person has.

It is exhausting seeing people blame Ausilio for every bad move but Suning, Sabatini, Marotta or the manager gets full credit for a good move. It's one thing to scapegoat and it's another to constantly crucify for no reason whatsoever.

What a nice way to avoid the question
My question isn't related to Vidic, but a separate one. Just curious to see how you rate the two directors?!?