If Frendrupp joins, how will it affect Inter Milan s midfield defense?

In the 2024-25 season, Inter Milan showed a strong integrity in Serie A: 15.1 shots per game, a ball possession rate of nearly 60%, a ball recovery average of 42.9 times, and defensive data second only to Juventus prove their strength in both offense and defense. However, from a tactical perspective, the Nerazzurri's midfield trio - Cialhanolu, Barrera and Mkhitaryan - although the division of labor is clear, there are structural loopholes, especially in the dimensions of high-intensity conversion and backfield confrontation.

Against this background, Danish Frendrup became a target of widespread attention. His data in Genoa is comprehensive and has strong confrontational ability. Can he become Inter Milan's "tactical puzzle"? The editor has compiled the relevant data and tactical scenes of Serie A last season and will give you the answers.

Frendrup has become one of the most popular transfer candidates for Inter Milan

1. Defensive data diagram: interception + recycling + hardness, Trinity

Last season, it can be seen that Frendrup is significantly higher than Inter Milan's midfield average in multiple key defensive indicators:

Interceptions (interception): 2.9 times/field, far exceeding Inter Milan's per capita 1.8, reflecting its excellent prediction and positioning ability;

Recoveries (recycling ball rights): 5.3 times/field, which is the "life-extending point" for midfield defense to attack;

Ground Duel Win % (Ground-to-Ground winning rate): 53%, slightly higher than Inter Milan's midfield average of 50.5%, strong confrontation stability;

Tackles Won (snatched successfully): 1.3 times/field, close to Inter Milan per capita, and stable defensive aggression;

Clearances (rescued): 1.4 times/field, with certain ability to fill up the line.

Assessment: He has a strong presence in the off-ball stage, especially when the midfield trio is weak, he can undertake a large number of counter-attacks and recovery tasks in the middle, which is exactly the scariest part of Inter Milan's current tactics.

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2. Pastor data diagram: Although not gorgeous, it is stable enough

Comparison of the data of Frendrup and Inter Milan's midfield pass (offensive) with the midfield

From the passing data, although Frendrup is not a creative midfielder, its stability and accuracy are still at a high level:

Passing Accuracy (pass success rate): 85.9%, which is slightly lower than Inter Milan's 88.1%, but it is enough to support the ball control system;

Final Third Pass Accuracy (the opponent's half-time pass success rate): 79%, the same as Inter Milan;

Long Ball Accuracy (long pass success rate): 53.1%, slightly lower than Inter Milan's per capita 59.8%, indicating that its organizational depth ability needs to be improved;

Cross Accuracy (cross success rate): 66.7%, far higher than Inter Milan's per capita 32.1%, and the quality of the ball shots on the wing (can play on the wing, which is equivalent to buying two people).

Assessment: He does not undertake the leading conduction task, but he is able to steadily complete the established instructions in midfield scheduling and wing transfer, which is a reliable "ball-free axis".

3. Tactical scene simulation: Where can Frendrup play?

can become the leader of a team, and the mental attributes will not be bad. Scene 1: Mkhitaryan rotates, plays left midfielder

to provide coverage, confrontation and recovery, releases Balella to insert, and reduces the pressure of Calhanoglu to drag.

Scene 2: Three midfielders system, double "6 positions" coexist

Frendrup and Cialhanoglu tied for building a "midfield double axis", one main control and one sweep, and it is more stable when dealing with high-intensity confrontations in the Champions League or strong Serie A.

Scene 3: Leading the situation "closed substitution"

Appeared on the bench at the end of the game, and threw away the midfield with strong insertion but insufficient defensive strength, improving positional battle confrontation and two-point control ability.

He doesn't steal the show, doesn't control the ball, but he can win breathing space for the team in the most difficult areas.

4. Comprehensive evaluation: Frendrup, the "invisible key" in the championship puzzle

In a top team pursuing multi-line impact, players like Frendrup who have "complete data, solid defense, and strong tactical discipline" are often not media headlines, but they are one of the most difficult roles in the championship puzzle.

Frendrup's five-star signing standard evaluation table Evaluation dimension Score (full score ★5)

Tactical fit ★★★★★★ (5/5) In the 352 system, you can either serve as a midfielder or replace the left midfielder. The characteristics of confrontation, coverage, and non-scopic type are highly complementary to Inter Milan's existing midfielders, and are especially suitable for partnering with Cialhanolu and Barrera.

Defensive rigidity and confrontational ability ★★★★★ (5/5) The Serie A level has top interception, interception, and recovery values, mature defensive skills and tough confrontation, which are the ideal reinforcement for Mkhitaryan and Barrera in confrontationality.

is the combat power and rotation value ★★★★☆ (4.5/5) Have experience in Champions League level confrontation and Serie A, strong physical coverage, and is suitable for taking on the main or starting rotation at the rhythm of the third-line playing; but it needs to adapt to the team's ball-taking speed of higher ball-controlled players.

Passing technology is adapted to ball control ★★★☆☆ (3/5) The pass success rate meets the standard but is not a long-term pass, and has limited creativity. It belongs to the "finishing only without losing the ball" type technical style. Can't assume the role of the organization's midfield, but has qualified midfield and backcourt shooting stability.

Transfer cost-effectiveness and growth ★★★★☆ (4.5/5) Aged 24 years old, mature and controllable salary, the transfer fee is expected to be between 18 million and 20 million euros, with a future transfer premium space, which is a low-risk, high-functional midfield investment.

Can the system-type "golden blue collar" become Inter Milan's puzzle?

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Total rating: 22 / 25

Rating: ★★★★☆ (Four and a half stars)

Conclusion: System-based "golden blue-collar", plug-and-play high-defensive value signing

If Inter Milan finally finalizes this signing, they will make up for the most underestimated shortcomings in recent seasons in terms of midfield confrontation and defensive depth.