
Mancini's future at Stadio Olimpico has been the subject of intense
speculation since the appointment of José Mourinho as coach of the Nerazzurri earlier this summer.
The
Special One had been on a quest for a world-class winger for his scheme and
the Brazilian midfielder had always topped his shortlist, followed by
FC Porto's Ricardo Quaresma.
With news sources in Europe
claiming earlier today that Mourinho had decided to not follow his
interest in Quaresma, speculation arose that Inter were very on
Mancini's deal.
The 27-year-old winger has allegedly signed a
four-year deal with Inter Milan after the two clubs concurred on a €13
million fee and will be rewarded with an annual salary of €3,5 million.
Mancini will
become Mourinho's first summer signing, with several reports suggesting
the Portuguese tactician to be interested in a reunion with Frank Lampard, who he guided during his time at Stamford Bridge.