Inter Milan and Sampdoria to exchange blows for Nigerian youngster

Inter Milan are eager to recall promising Nigerian midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro from his loan spell at Sampdoria ahead of this summer’s FIFA Club World Cup, footynaija.com reports.

However, the Genoa-based club are determined to retain the 20-year-old for their critical Serie B relegation playoff.

According to Il Secolo XIX, as reported by FCInterNews, Inter are keen to bring Akinsanmiro back to strengthen their squad for the global tournament, which offers a stage for emerging talents to showcase their abilities.

Akinsanmiro, who joined Sampdoria on loan last summer, has enjoyed a solid run of games throughout the season despite the club’s turbulent campaign that included multiple managerial changes.

Remo Academy product, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro chilling with his Coppa Italia medal after winning it with Inter.

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Though Sampdoria appeared destined for relegation, the enforced demotion of Brescia for off-field infractions has handed them a dramatic playoff lifeline.

Sampdoria are set to face Salernitana in a two-legged tie to determine their league status, and the Blucerchiati view Akinsanmiro as a vital part of their survival hopes. The club is pushing to retain the former Remo Stars talent until after the playoff concludes next month.

Inter, however, are under pressure to finalise their squad for the Club World Cup and see Akinsanmiro — who wore the No. 41 shirt during his brief Serie A appearances last term — as a valuable inclusion.

With both clubs standing firm, a decision over the Nigerian’s immediate future is expected in the coming days.