The AlThani family, owners of Qatar, are considering joining Inter with a minority stake, as reported by IlMessaggero. The potential investor, who operates through a fund linked to the AlThani dynasty, has begun to test the market to purchase a stake in the Nerazzurri club. Although formal negotiations have not yet started, the prospect is relevant especially because Inter has recently returned under the control of the US fund Oaktree, which acquired the club in May 2024.
Oaktree, while maintaining the management structure unchanged, is ready to open the capital to a minority shareholder without ceding control. For the fund, selling a share would represent a way to monetize part of the investment and, above all, to attribute a concrete valuation to the company in view of any future scenarios. The group took the club after the failure to repay the loan granted to the Zhang family and, although the sale is not currently scheduled, the nature of investment funds means that, over time, a sale of this type could be achieved.
Qatari interest could be the first opportunity to change the ownership structure without changing the reference shareholder. In this context, Inter recorded a positive balance sheet, with revenues of 517.7 million euros and a profit of 22.7 million, as well as a net worth that returned to positive. These financial results, together with the construction project of the new stadium, are elements that could influence the future valuation of the company and make the AlThani family's offer more attractive.
The club has also forged closer ties with Qatar in recent years, not only in terms of sponsorships but also for potential strategic collaborations. If the operation were to materialise, Inter could benefit from a new partner with resources and an international network which could open up new marketing and brand development opportunities.
At the moment, there is no official confirmation of an ongoing negotiation. However, the possible entry of a Qatari investor represents an element of interest for shareholders and fans, who are carefully observing how Inter's ownership structure may evolve in the coming months. If the proposal is accepted, the company could proceed with a new round of investment, with potential impacts on the club's balance sheet, management and long-term strategy.