Thuram Reveals Details About His Release Clause

In a season marked by a remarkable uptick in productivity, Marcus Thuram has emerged as one of the standout performers in Serie A, reveling in his prolific form during an insightful discussion with La Gazzetta dello Sport. His contributions to Inter have not only added goals to the scoreboard but have also solidified his stature as a pivotal player who thrives in high-pressure situations.

“I’m in a total groove at Inter thanks to those who surround me: my teammates, the coach, and the club. I don’t think about where I could arrive and don’t set limits for myself. There’s a lot I can improve on, for instance, headers or going faster. I feel I’m better than at the start of the season, and it will continue.”

Thuram’s journey is also heavily influenced by the shadow of his father, a towering figure in football, whose legacy both inspires and pressures the young forward.

“He was and still is key to me. When he says something, it’s worth two or three weeks of work compared to everybody else. Being the son of a famous footballer was a burden at first, and he prepared me for that. It wasn’t pleasing when I was a kid. My brother is stronger because he can learn from me and my father.”

As we delve deeper into Thuram’s aspirations, he unpacks the implications of his significant €85M release clause, a figure that highlights his perceived value in modern football’s inflated market.

“It’s a lofty sum. I want to say it clearly: I will never leave Inter just because of that given the relationships I have built here. The figure has been set, but I won’t be the only one making the call. If something arrives, there’ll always be a discussion with the club.”

Thuram’s tactical understanding shines through when he speaks about his on-pitch partner, Lautaro Martinez, illustrating just how crucial communication and contrasting styles are in football.

“He’s the type of captain that speaks when he has to and never does it randomly. We clicked because of our differences. If he was like me, I’d consider him heavy. We give each other something different. When we are afar due to international duties, we talk on the phone, maybe because we miss each other.”