Adriano’s Inter future has been thrown into doubt once again after he reacted badly when substituted in Saturday’s Super Cup Final.
Coach Roberto Mancini introduced Hernan Crespo 60 minutes into the game for Adriano, whose performance had been poor.
The Brazilian striker left the pitch shaking his head, kicking some bottles of water and punching the bench on his way out.
“I was mad at myself,†l’Imperatore reasoned, although it now seems clear that the rift between the player and the Nerazzurri is as serious as ever.
Mancini himself also tried to justify Adriano’s reaction: “Sometimes a player gets mad at himself, it’s a normal reaction when you are substituted in an important match.â€
Adriano’s replacement was made all the more bitter when Crespo went on to score five minutes into his second debut for the outfit, contributing to Inter’s incredible victory over Roma.
The future of the Brazilian international will now be decided in the next few days, as the summer transfer window is due to close on August 31.
Inter owner Massimo Moratti is still keen on bringing former star Ronaldo back to San Siro, after Real Madrid’s negotiation with city rivals Milan failed.
Reports in Spain suggested last week the Nerazzurri could propose a swap deal involving Adriano, but Real chief Ramon Calderon has apparently asked for an additional £7m.
Adriano unhappy at Inter
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