In a move that has taken the football world by surprise, Iranian forward Mehdi Taremi, 31, is set to join Inter Milan upon the expiration of his contract with Porto in June 2024. This development, initially reported by respected journalist Fabrizio Romano, reveals Taremi’s verbal agreement with Inter Milan for a two-year contract lasting until summer 2026. The transfer is particularly remarkable as Taremi, despite being a national legend with 45 goals in 80 appearances for Iran, was not widely expected to make such a significant career leap to a European football powerhouse at his age.
Taremi’s journey to this point is noteworthy: after stints with Iranian clubs Iranjavan, Shanin, and Persepolis, and Qatari club Al-Gharafa, he joined Rio Ave, his first European club, before moving to Porto in 2020. His impending free transfer to Inter Milan, without any transfer fee to Porto, is a testament to his undiminished skills and value. Currently participating in the Asian Cup with the Iranian national team, Taremi’s move to Meazza is poised to be a headline sports story in Iran this summer. The team, having progressed to the round of 16, is set to face Syria next.
