Mauro Icardi said a return to Inter would be "special" and that he would like to close the circle in a different way to 2022, when coach Antonio Spalletti removed him from the captaincy. The former captain, interviewed by La Repubblica, explained that he did not expect to be left without a team and released on 30 October, but that he would not accept a project that he was not fully convinced of.
The player, who has always had a special place in the hearts of the Nerazzurri, underlined that a possible return would only make sense if there was a mutual belief between him and Inter. “The ending was painful and I would like to be able to close the loop in a different way,” he said, adding that if he could go back, it would change the way he handled some moments, especially towards the end of his time with the team.
Icardi also recalled the moment when Spalletti removed him from the captain's armband, a gesture that made him feel doubtful and difficult to accept, especially because at the time he was battling a knee problem and played with infiltrations in every match. “Today I could explain myself better,” he added.
Despite the frustration, the Argentine striker expressed his willingness to evaluate a return to Inter only if both sides were convinced of the project. His decision to remain free on October 30th therefore remains open, but the player's future remains uncertain. Icardi ended the interview with the idea that, if he were to return, he would do so with a different perspective and more aware of his choices.