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Inter Milan captain Skriniar, also known as Skr, is one of Serie A's best defenders, currently valued at 60 million euros. Due to his immense talent and loyalty to the team, Skr was a fan and team favorite and eventually became the captain. However, good times didn't last long. There were earlier issues with Skr's contract renewal. At that time, Inter Milan considered selling Skr for 50 million euros. However, with no suitable replacement, Skr had no choice but to stay.
As the team captain, who had been loyal to the club, Skr could have extended his contract for 1-2 years to allow Inter Milan to recoup some of the investment. But Skr and his agent rejected Inter Milan's contract extension, seeking higher wages and signing bonuses. As a result, he will officially transfer to Paris Saint-Germain on a free transfer this summer, leaving Inter Milan with no income. This decision shattered Skr's previously loyal image, and fans flooded his social media accounts with insults, accusing him of being a mercenary and tarnishing the captain's armband. Inter Milan has also decided to strip Skr of his captaincy.
From my perspective, self-interest often plays a role in professional football. While loyalty is important, not renewing a contract is within a player's rights. However, Skr had previously portrayed himself as a loyal figure, and now that his image has been tarnished, facing criticism is only natural. Professional football is inevitably tied to financial interests, and while I would like to see a football world driven solely by passion and loyalty, the reality is often different. Therefore, players should be cautious about trying to maintain a certain image and focus on playing the game.
Skr's situation has undoubtedly disappointed many Inter Milan fans, but I believe the club will find a suitable replacement. However, they may face a period of transition in the short term. |
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