Javier Mascherano's agent, Walter Tamer, admits: "For him being likded by Inter is magical. Think about it, the best team in the world are looking for him, where several of his countrymen play and is coached by someone for whom he has a personal affection".

"The prestige of Inter is known by everyone- the agent continues -. For him it is a dream. If it were up to Mascherano the deal would be very easy, but he has a contract with Liverpool and so first the two clubs must agree, then we will enter the scene".

On the price: "Last year, Benitez said no to a lot of money offered by Barcelona (30 million), but this is a different market. I have not been informed what Javier’s price is. I am waiting for a call because I am the only one authorized to talk about his possible transfer”.