Reports in France suggest Makelele is ready to join the nerazzurri as he is unhappy at being refused a pay rise by Real.
Inter have been long-term admirers of the midfield ace, who is keen on a switch to Serie A.
His ‚é¼30 million (£19 million) price tag would lessen the impact of any bid for Ronaldo by Real.
Though Inter insist the Brazilian superstar is not for sale, amid speculation he wants to quit Giuseppe Meazza, the rumours continue unabated.
Ronaldo has also been mystified by the reports linking him with a mega-money move to Santiago Bernabeu but Real sporting director Jorge Valdano has declared the Madrid giants would contemplate a bid if Inter gave them the green light.
Selling Makelele to Inter would certainly provide Real with a bargaining chip and the French international's agent is expected to discuss the situation with the European Champions' club officials.
