well, we had a pretty good mercato, but we didn't take care of the biggest problem, our defence. We spent big money on top quality midfielders, which is great, but I'm not sure that spending the bulk of our money on 2 top class midfielders was better than getting a good RB, plus a top midfielder, etc.
and Inter were definitely stronger last year, and they had an incredible mercato. Whoever is responsible for it should get a fucking medal, they managed to get some serious quality for a very reasonable outlay. didn't over pay for anyone, IIRC. Not to say that they wouldn't benefit from another good AM or a creative midfielder, but they're extremely strong. fuckers...