According to Italpress, Chivu's team is interested in Calvin Bassey, and contacts between the defender and his current club, Fulham, are at a critical stage. Bassey is out of contract with Fulham, which would like to keep him and has an option to extend his contract by another year. The player is currently evaluating offers to decide whether to stay with Fulham or let his contract expire. This would allow him to sign with a new club in January and be acquired for free in July. Inter has been interested in Bassey since last winter and appreciates his physical strength, playmaking ability, and versatility. Bassey is capable of playing as a central defender, wide center-back, or left-back.

According to TEAMtalk, Fulham are keen to offer Calvin Bassey a new contract while Inter are interested in him.

Team Talk reports an interest from Inter Milan in signing Calvin Bassey from Fulham. It is reported that Inter Milan are among the Serie A clubs that have monitored the player for a number of windows. Sources suggest that Bassey is content at Fulham and is open to remaining, provided suitable terms can be found.

Inter Milan are admirers of Fulham defender Calvin Bassey, and sources indicate the club is monitoring the Nigeria international. A potential transfer seems more likely in the summer, as Fulham sources emphasize the club does not want to approve a mid-season departure. The Premier League club considers Bassey a key player, and his contract is valid until 2027 with an option for an extra year.