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Torino could ask Inter Milan for teenage striker Francesco Pio Esposito as part of a deal for midfielder Samuele Ricci.

This according to today’s print edition of Turin-based newspaper Tuttosport, via FCInter1908.

Torino have shown a strong interest in signing Inter striker Francesco Pio Esposito.

The 19-year-old has been in red hot form on loan at Spezia this season. He has scored thirteen goals thus far.

And the Granata are aiming to sign a striker next summer. They did not sign a forward as injury cover for Duvan Zapata in January – but will certainly do so at the end of the season.

Pio Esposito is a major target for Torino in that respect.

However, the Nerazzurri are hardly keen to let the 19-year-old leave. They have already reportedly rejected a bid from Napoli for him.

But Torino could have an ace up their sleeve.

Torino Could Ask Inter For Pio Esposito + Cash As Part Of Deal For Ricci

There is one Torino player in particular who Inter have a strong interest in.

The Nerazzurri reportedly see Granata midfielder Samuele Ricci as a major midfield target. Particularly if the likes of Davide Frattesi and Kristjan Asllani leave in the summer.

TIRRENIA, ITALY – OCTOBER 12: Francesco Pio Esposito of Italy U21 looks on during the Friendly Match between Italy U21 and Italy U18 on October 12, 2023 in Tirrenia, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)

Signing Ricci is hardly going to be straightforward. Particularly with the amount of competition for his signature, as AC Milan are particular admirers.

But according to Tuttosport, Torino could offer Inter a deal involving both Pio Esposito and Ricci.