Rafa suffers blow as defensive target Dumfries nears Inter move

Everton look set for a major transfer blow, with a top defensive target Denzel Dumfries closing in on a switch to Inter Milan.

The PSV star an inch to San Siro following his impressive displays for the Netherlands at Euro 2020, according to a broadcast report in the Dutch media. It is further reported that the player could travel to Milan with his agent Mino Raiola this weekend.

The 25-year-old impressed at Euro 2020 with his attacking displays and ability to come up with crucial goals

Driessen revealed: “You have to have money to buy someone. And Raiola is obviously close to Inter. From what I understand, Dumfries would now be on his way to Inter with Raiola.

“It is known that Inter are actively looking for a replacement for Achraf Hakimi who moved to French side Paris Saint Germain this week.”

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sold Achraf Hakimi, so they’re really looking for a right-back. He’s a bit of the same type of player. Raiola will cash in on this transfer.”

The news will disappoint Everton technical director Marcel Brands and new boss Rafa Benitez, who are looking to snap up the dynamic full-back and pair him with Lucas Digne on the other side of the pitch.