Story byNext week will dictate Inter’s move Ivan PerisicGet Italian Football NewsFri, January 23, 2026 at 8:47 PM UTC·1 min readInter face a waiting game in their pursuit of Ivan Perisic, as the winger’s return to the San Siro remains inextricably linked to PSV Eindhoven’s fate in the Champions League. According to L’Interista, the Nerazzurri may have to wait at least another week before they can finalize a deal for the Croatian veteran. Everything hinges on the final round of the Champions League league phase; should PSV fail to secure a spot in the top 24 and face elimination, the Dutch club is expected to open the doors for Perisic’s departure. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementHowever, should PSV advance to the knockout play-offs, a deal for the 36-year-old would become virtually impossible this January. Inter have reportedly made it clear that there is no Plan B—it is either Perisic or nothing for the right flank in this window.