Manchester United may find the door slightly more open in their pursuit of Ricardo Mathias. Brazilian side Internacional face mounting financial pressure and prepare for a potentially dramatic 2026.
According to the latest local reports, Inter are working on a contingency plan to avoid financial collapse in the event of relegation. The club has begun mapping out which players could generate fast cash in the market – and Mathias is near the top of the list.
Just a few months ago, Inter were holding firm at a €20m valuation for the 19-year-old striker. That price led them to reject a €13m bid from Al-Nassr and stand firm against interest from clubs like Göztepe, who proposed an unwanted short-term loan.
Now, with the club reportedly valuing Mathias at just €7m, the picture has changed dramatically. A player previously seen as a €20m project is now considered a negotiable asset in a squad that may need to be dismantled.
For Manchester United, who sent a scout to watch Mathias live earlier this year, this financial backdrop could present an unexpected opportunity.
The forward has regained form after a frustrating goalless period. He scored two in Inter’s last four games, so the long-term potential remains – and at €7m, the risk looks a lot more manageable.
If Inter’s situation worsens, the striker once viewed as a €20m bet might become a bargain deal.