Xherdan Shaqiri to Inter Milan: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction

Bayern Munich have reached an agreement to send winger Xherdan Shaqiri to Inter Milan.

Inter confirmed a deal was in place:

On Friday, the team announced the terms of the deal:

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FC Internazionale is delighted to announce that Xherdan Shaqiri in now an Inter player. The Switzerland international has put pen to paper on a four-and-a-half-year contract until 30 June 2019. On behalf of everyone at the club, we would like to wish Shaqiri a very warm welcome. We would also like to thank FC Bayern Munich and the FIGC for their help in completing the deal positively and quickly.

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Inter also provided photos of their newest signing on Twitter:

Shaqiri is a promising player who enjoyed some initial success after joining Bayern from Basel. His playing time has dropped off this term, however. Only three of his 13 appearances across Bundesliga and Champions League play have been starts.

The 23-year-old Switzerland international has scored two goals and tallied two assists in those matches. He's struggled to find top form given the lack of consistent match action, though. It's always a concern while playing on a squad with as much talent as the Bavarians.

He should move into a more regular role with Inter. The side has underperformed so far this season, sitting near the middle of the Serie A pack as the halfway mark nears. As a result, the Nerazzurri came into the January window looking for players who could provide a spark.

Shaqiri certainly fits the bill with terrific pace and distribution ability. With regular playing time in Milan, don't be surprised to see the talented Swiss resume his rise to stardom at the San Siro.