Inter Milan tie down the Lithuanian giant: Henrikas Adomavicius signs until 2028

Inter Milan secure the future with 16-year-old Lithuanian goalkeeper Adomavicius, a 2-meter talent already training with the first team

Inter Milan have officially secured one of their brightest young prospects, the Lithuanian goalkeeper Henrikas Adomavicius, who has signed a new deal with the Nerazzurri running until 2028.

Born in 2009 and standing a towering two meters tall, Adomavicius has recently caught the eye for his presence in Cristian Chivu’s first-team training sessions at Appiano Gentile. The young shot-stopper has impressed coaches and scouts alike, earning glowing reviews that led to this long-term commitment.

A rising star between the posts

Reports from Inter Milan’s scouting department, led by Pasquale Berardi for international recruitment, describe Adomavicius as “a rare combination of physical dominance and technical grace.”

During his decisive trial at the end of 2024, it wasn’t just his size that stunned observers — it was his ball-playing ability, almost like a midfielder, and his calm composure under pressure. These qualities quickly convinced the Nerazzurri to integrate him into their youth setup, overseen by Massimo Tarantino.

His progression has been lightning-fast: initially registered with the Under-16 team, he soon leapt ahead of his age group, becoming the starting goalkeeper for the Under-18 side (four starts in the first six league games, missing two only for duties with Lithuania U-17). Then came a Primavera call-up — and finally, sessions with the Inter Milan senior squad.

As Corriere dello Sport via Fcinter1908 put it: “The giant kid may go back down — but only to take a longer run-up.”

Who is Henrikas Adomavicius

Henrikas Adomavicius is a Lithuanian goalkeeper, born on January 2, 2009, in Kaunas, Lithuania.
At 1.98 meters (≈ 6'6"), he is one of Europe’s tallest prospects in his age group.
A natural athlete with remarkable coordination for his size, Adomavicius has drawn comparisons to early versions of Gianluigi Donnarumma — not just for his frame, but for his maturity and confidence at a very young age.

Where he’s played

Youth beginnings: Adomavicius grew up playing for FK Kauno Žalgiris, one of Lithuania’s top academies.

Move to Inter Milan: After standing out in youth tournaments, he joined Inter Milan’s academy in early 2025, following a successful trial that saw him rotate between the U-16, U-17, and U-18 teams.

Rapid rise: Within months, his performances earned him not only promotion through the ranks but also first-team training sessions under Chivu, highlighting the club’s confidence in his potential.

Why he matters for Inter Milan

Henrikas Adomavicius represents more than just a promising goalkeeper — he embodies Inter Milan’s youth-first strategy for the next generation.

A long-term investment: His contract until 2028 underscores how highly the club values his potential.

Modern skill set: Despite his height, scouts praise his technical footwork — an essential trait in modern football for building play from the back.

Physical dominance: His reach and reflexes make him an intimidating presence in the box, ideal for a future Serie A goalkeeper.

Accelerated growth: Climbing from U-16 to first-team training in under a year demonstrates exceptional development and mental strength.

Future cornerstone: Inter Milan’s focus on sustainable talent development makes Adomavicius a key figure in the long-term project led by Cristian Chivu and Massimo Tarantino.

Looking ahead

At just 16 years old, Henrikas Adomavicius stands out not only for his stature but also for his ambition. 

Inter Milan’s challenge now is to nurture that potential carefully — giving the “giant kid” time to grow, while keeping him close to the atmosphere of elite football.

If he continues on this trajectory, Adomavicius could very well be the next great name to rise from Inter Milan’s academy — a literal and figurative giant ready to guard the club’s future.