Bayern Munich have announced that Ivan Perisic will return to Inter Milan.

The Croatian joined the Bavarians on a season-long loan with an option of signing the 31-year old on a permanent deal in the summer of 2020.

Perisic scored his first goal for Bayern and provided an assist in a 6–1 victory over Mainz in August and went ahead to notch eight goals in 35 appearances, winning the Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal, and Champions League.

Hans Flick has appreciated the Croatian’s time at the Allianz Arena and how he excelled in Portugal, helping Bayern to clinch their 6th Champions League trophy.

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"I'd like to thank Ivan for his performances and his contribution to winning the treble. We were very happy working with him. You could see Ivan's qualities, in particular at the Champions League finals tournament in Lisbon."

Hasan Salihamidzi, Bayern sporting director added that "Ivan has behaved very professionally over the past year and he was an important member of our team and played his part in winning the Bundesliga, the DFB Cup, and the Champions League. We wish him all the best for the future."

Another loanee, Philippe Coutinho who joined from Barcelona has also bid farewell to the club.