Reports: Inter close on Lukas Podolski deal

Inter has been hustling for an offensive option and the most touted name so far has been that of Atletico Madrid's Alessio Cerci.

However, the discussion switched on Wednesday to Podolski, who might be open to joining the Nerazzurri on loan.

According to Corriere dello Sport, an agreement for the German to move to San Siro on a free loan transfer has already been reached.

The only details left to iron out relate to whether the clause for the purchase at the end of the loan will be compulsory or optional.

In the case of the former, Inter are not willing to go beyond €6 million (£4.7 million), while in the latter, they could bring their commitment up to €8m (£6.3 million).

Podolski may prove to be an alternative to Cerci in case the latter is swooped by Milan.