Sommer: Italy Did Well with Romano, a Shame for Us, Don’t Ask Me About Tresoldi

FolioPitch.com – 12 October 2026 | In a candid interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport ahead of his return to San Siro with Club Brugge, former Inter goalkeeper Yann Sommer discussed Italy’s capture of Alessandro Romano and the future of his Club Brugge teammate Nicolo Tresoldi. Sommer Italy did well with Romano a shame for us don t ask me about Tresoldi, he said, encapsulating his views on the two dual-nationality talents. The Swiss veteran, now 37, will face his old club in the Champions League on Tuesday night, marking his first return to Milan since leaving Inter at the end of his contract in June.

Sommer spent three successful years at Inter, winning two Serie A titles and reaching the 2024-25 Champions League final. He looks back on his time in Italy with fondness but insists he has no regrets about moving on. “We talked about it with the club and I decided it was the right time to part ways. Everything was perfect and the relationship with the club is still excellent,” he explained. “I loved playing in the Inter shirt and I loved playing in San Siro. It was an important chapter in my career.”

At Club Brugge, Sommer finds himself in a different environment, one focused on nurturing young talent. “It’s a different project to the one at Inter, a different business model,” he noted. “Here, they’re focused on bringing through young players who can grow in the league and get experience in the Champions League. We have structures in place like the rest of the big European clubs, though. It’s a great environment for youngsters, but also for the older guys like me.”

Among those youngsters is Nicolo Tresoldi, a striker who has yet to decide whether to represent Italy or Germany at senior international level. When asked about Tresoldi’s potential, Sommer was full of praise: “Tresoldi could become a top European striker, 100%. He’s humble, professional and has the qualities to play at a big club.” However, he refused to be drawn on which national team Tresoldi should choose. “Don’t ask me which national team he should choose, that’s up to him,” he said. “But speaking of players with dual nationalities, Romano is also really great. He has a lot of talent and Italy have made a great move there, it’s a shame he won’t play for Switzerland.” Once again, Sommer Italy did well with Romano a shame for us don t ask me about Tresoldi echoed his sentiments.

Sommer also briefly touched on Aleksandar Stankovic, another Inter youngster currently at Club Brugge. “I only briefly crossed paths with Stankovic, but they’ve told me a lot of good things about him,” he said. The goalkeeper’s insights offer a glimpse into the pipeline of talent that Inter and Italy are cultivating.

Reflecting on his own performances in Italy, Sommer found it hard to single out his best football. “I’m happy with what we did as a team and what I did as a goalkeeper. We were the best team in Italy for those three years and I think Inter still are. I liked our style of football, building from the back. At Inter, there were some games without much to do, but you still have to make important decisions that most people don’t see. Not necessarily great saves, but other things matter as well. I’ve always tried to be consistent.”

He remains in contact with several former teammates. “I’ve played with Akanji for many years in the national team. I hear from Calha, Pavard and the goalkeeping staff every once in a while. Inter will always be a home and it doesn’t feel like I’ll be playing away.”

As for current Inter No.1 Josep Martinez, Sommer had only words of encouragement. “He doesn’t need my advice, he’s an excellent goalkeeper with a lot of potential and he’s also a great guy. We had a great relationship in Milan. I’ve watched a few games and don’t agree with everyone’s judgement. He’s doing well and playing for Inter is difficult, there’s a lot of pressure. I’m happy that he’s getting this chance and got to go with his national team. He deserves it.”

When asked which former teammate has impressed him most recently, Sommer was quick to name Francesco Pio Esposito. “I adore Pio Esposito. He’s humble and a really great guy. He has a lot of power, he’s very physical, he represents the new generation in Italy. There’s also Lautaro and Thuram at Inter, two top players, but they’re different types of players. I’m convinced that Pio will play a lot of games. You need somebody like that in certain situations.”

Sommer’s return to San Siro will undoubtedly be an emotional occasion, but the Swiss keeper is focused on the task at hand. His comments on Romano and Tresoldi highlight the ongoing battle for dual-nationality players, a topic that continues to shape international football. As he succinctly put it, Sommer Italy did well with Romano a shame for us don t ask me about Tresoldi.

In conclusion, Yann Sommer’s reflections offer a nuanced perspective on Inter’s past, present, and future. While he cherishes his time in Milan, he has embraced a new challenge at Club Brugge, where he mentors young talents like Tresoldi. His praise for Italy’s acquisition of Romano underscores the importance of securing top dual-nationality prospects. As Sommer prepares to face his former club, his legacy as a key figure in Inter’s recent success remains intact, and his insights provide valuable context for the evolving landscape of European football.