Former Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti believes owners Suning have plans to buy a big name.
Barcelona star Lionel Messi has been linked with Inter this season.
“I've never heard any talk of Messi," Moratti told ANSA after a meeting with the Chinese owners.
“It may be that they're organising a big signing for the future, but they've never talked about the Argentine.
“The meeting? They kindly invited us to lunch. Suning are doing very well, there's a good atmosphere at the club and that's reflected in the team.
“[Stefano] Pioli is a great Coach and the results prove that. Inter are going through a good period and it bodes well.
“The Champions League? We have to take things game-by-game and then we'll see where we end up."