Anzhi, Inter agree to terms on Eto´o

Russian club Anzhi Makhachkala have reached an agreement with Inter Milan for Cameroon striker Samuel Eto’o.

The 30-year-old will have a medical before putting pen to paper on a three-year contract that will bring an end to debate over his future – and will see him become the world’s highest-paid player, as he is expected to earn an annual salary of 20 million euros.

Negotiations between the clubs progressed steadily over the past three weeks, and a final meeting in Milan between Inter and Anzhi chiefs on Tuesday completed the agreement.

The transfer fee is yet to be disclosed, but a statement on Anzhi’s website confirmed everything is in place for the transfer.

“An agreement has been reached between Anzhi and Inter for the transfer of Samuel Eto’o,” a statement on the club’s official website read.

“The amount of the transfer has also been agreed upon. Anzhi wishes to thank Inter for their professional and constructive approach during talks.”

“Eto’o will have a medical on Wednesday and he will then sign a three-year contract. Samuel will arrive in Russia on Thursday to prepare for the game against FC Rostov.”

Inter’s director of sport Piero Ausilio also confirmed a done deal when he spoke to Sky Sport Italia after Anzhi announced the transfer.

“Everything is done and the move will be formalised on Wednesday after the medical,” Ausilio said.

Despite the two clubs staying quiet over the financial details, reports have suggested an agreement for the fee is around 24 million pounds initially, rising to 26 million (30 million euros).