Inter Milan coach Leonardo and Douglas Maicon were spotted in serious discussions at the end of training yesterday.
Sky Italia says the atmosphere was tense between the pair and the set-two lasted for 25 minutes after training.
The Brazil fullback has found his starting place under threat since Leo's arrival in the New Year.
Maicon has been linked with Fenerbahce and Besiktas this week.
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