Inter chief Massimo Moratti has said the club's interest in Liverpool midfielder Javier Mascherano will become bounteous if coach Rafael Benitez gives him the nod to open negotiations.
Noise coming from Mascherano's entourage has suggested that the player is willing to swap Anfield for the San Siro.
Agent Walter Tamer said last week that Mascherano wanted to link up with his former coach, while reports claimed €30 million would be enough to convince Liverpool into selling.
Moratti appears enthusiastic with the idea of landing the player, but was eager not to uncover the blue prints in terms of how the club will move for Mascherano.
But he did make clear that Benitez's feelings towards the midfielder would influence any subsequent decision to sign him.
"I know that he has always played well and he has a strong character. He is intelligent," he told Il Corriere dello Sport.
"But, we have many players for the role who are both good and clever. We will see if he is needed on a technical-tactical level.
"Does Moratti want him? We will see. we have to see if he is needed by Benitez and if there is a chance to get him."
And talk of reinforcing the squad led to questions on whether the club can keep it's status as a force in world football building upwards from last season's achievement.
"Can we repeat the treble? We have to be careful now in relation to the UEFA's gates in terms of club economies," he added.
"But victories will arrive with hard work, spirit, sacrifice and some luck too."
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