After Jose Mourinho's departure for Real Madrid the Italian club are on the lookout for a suitable replacement and Rafa impressed with Liverpool's Champions League success over their rivals AC Milan in 2005.
"To Interisti he gave a great joy: the Champions League win in 2005 against Milan. He has a certain affinity with the Nerazzurri," club director Lele Oriali told Il Corriere dello Sport.
"But the choice will be made by our president. He will listen to his staff and then the last word is his.
"As for the team, they are convinced of their qualities and strength. They are a winning team. Whoever comes to Inter will not upset everything."