USMNT star Gianluca Busio on Inter Milan’s radar: Is a big transfer imminent?

Inter Milan has taken an interest in the promising young talent that has been stealing all the headlines in Italy: Gianluca Busio, a USMNT, and a linchpin at Venezia. According to Italian newspaper La Stampa, the 22-year-old is viewed to be a major focal point in rejuvenating Inter's midfield for next season. This transfer will not surprise anyone who has been following the development of Busio in both European soccer and with the US national team.

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Interest from Inter Milan: Midfield Renewal Inter are looking to the market for midfielders, and at his age, versatile Busio fits right into their demand. Inter wants to rejuvenate the midfield area and give space to one player to develop along with the team, something that could suit him well.

Although his name has cropped up in a number of transfer rumors over the last few years, Busio extended his deal with the Italian side last summer. That decision took a free transfer in 2025 off the table, and any interested club will now need to pay up to secure the 22-year-old.

Yet, interest in Busio isn't based on his youth alone. His performances since his return to Serie A have been sound and consistent, earning him much attention. While his team struggles to find stability, Busio has grown even more and showed the much-needed talent, one that would be expected from a player wanting to enter a top club like Inter.

Busio Performance at Venezia

Gianluca Busio has scored once in five appearances already this year, despite an early-season injury. This shows growth on his part, especially considering he stayed with Venezia upon their relegation to Serie B, where he had his best season to date.

The 21-year-old Busio excelled for Sporting Kansas City with characteristics of a modern midfielder, which saw him signed by Venezia in 2021 for €6 million. This kind of player, or box-to-box midfielder, is what Inter Milan wants: someone who can contribute both with defense and offense up and down the field.

His versatility, combined with his international experience with the USMNT, makes him one of the hottest prospects in the market. That he did not push for a transfer following last year's Olympic season showed his commitment to developing his skills. Now, with Inter's interest, Busio is at a very crucial point in his career.

Impressive on-field spatial awareness, timing that defines when to push forward or hold back, Busio carries an internal compass leading him through danger zones onto creative spaces.

Against Panama, in a 2-0 win, Busio was an important cog in the setup for USMNT. His range of passing and timing were immaculate as he was much more than just another face on the field.

Busio's Unique Skill Set

Busio is one of those players with the rare commodity amongst American players: soccer intelligence. He has great timing, he makes sharp decisions, and he can deliver a pinpoint pass. All these attributes make him an invaluable asset for any team looking for a modern midfielder.

USMNT: A Key Factor for Inter's Interest

Another critical factor contributing to his growing popularity is the fact that Gianluca Busio is called up consistently for the USMNT. Inter Milan's interest in Busio shows a broader trend of how serious European clubs have become in their scouting of emerging talent from the United States, especially those with international experience.

Busio has 14 caps with the senior national team, aside from the standout moments in the Olympic squad, underlining his maturity and capability to tackle high-stakes challenges. This international experience can be an important factor for Inter in their pursuit, as they look for players who can easily fit into new environments and high-level competitions.

With the USMNT on the rise, Busio becomes squarely in the spotlight with regard to this movement. A transfer to Inter might further cement his standing as one of the clear top American prospects in the sport while opening even more doors in European soccer.