Inter’s Thuram renewal talks off to a slow start as Oaktree wage policy bites

Inter Milan's contract extension negotiations with French striker Marcus Thuram have encountered a difficult start due to ownership wage restrictions. According to Tuttosport, the club seeks to extend Thuram's existing contract—which expires in 2028—by an additional three years. However, under owners Oaktree's policy to lower wages for players entering their thirties, executives Beppe Marotta and Dario Baccin have proposed reducing his fixed salary from €6.5m to €4.5-5m, offset by performance-based bonuses.

Thuram is reportedly dissatisfied with the reduced base salary offer, given that he does not turn 30 until August. Although foreign clubs are monitoring the situation ahead of the summer transfer window, Thuram wishes to prioritize staying with Inter if he can maintain his current wage terms. Thuram has remained vital for manager Cristian Chivu, contributing four goals and two assists in six league games following an injury to Lautaro Martínez.