‘I find it very human to think about it’
Robin Gosens has admitted that he considered a lucrative contract offer from Newcastle United in the January transfer window before joining Inter Milan.
The Germany international joined the Nerazzurri on loan last month, with an option to buy from Atalanta in the summer.
However, the 27-year-old also attracted interest from the Magpies and it was reported that they made a bid for the sought-after winger – only for Gosens to chose to sign for Simone Inzaghi’s side instead.
Despite the German opting to remain in Italy, he did admit that Newcastle’s contract offer did tempt him.
“I find it very human to think about it [Newcastle’s offer],” he told Kicker.
“It was a lucrative offer. I was offered more money to do the same job in a different location. Show me someone who would just say ‘no, thank you.’
“It was not just about me, I could probably have secured a few more generations of my family with this money.”
He added: “The club will get a considerable sum for me. It’s a win-win situation.”
Look away Newcastle fans. @Inter have confirmed the signing of Robin Gosens. Verified baller. pic.twitter.com/jv3CrARzyv
— FootballJOE (@FootballJOE) January 27, 2022
Gosens joined Atalanta from Heracles Almelo for just €1m in 2017 and made 157 appearances for the club, registering 29 goals and 21 assists during his time at the Gewiss Stadium.
While the 27-year-old has not been able to make his debut for Inter due to thigh injury, manager Inzaghi hopes to see him return to action before the end of the month.
Gosens has 13 caps to his name and made his international debut for Germany in September 2020.
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