The match against Shakhtar Donetsk comes at a delicate moment for Inter, who are still trying to get their European campaign back on track. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the Nerazzurri coach does not seem willing to give up his attacking style of football and aims to secure valuable points to revive the club’s continental ambitions. A victory would also be significant from a financial perspective, considering the revenues tied to a long European run.
The most anticipated news concerns the attack: with Lautaro Martinez unavailable and Thuram ready to lead the line, Bonny is expected to start for the first time this season. The striker has impressed in the minutes played so far, with 3 goals in 171 minutes — a goal every 57. His mobility and ability to attack the space set him apart from Esposito, who is more comfortable playing with his back to goal.
In midfield, the return of Calhanoglu is considered a key factor after what emerged in the match against Bologna, where his absence weighed on the Nerazzurri’s balance of play. Alongside him, Barella and one between Zielinski and Mkhitaryan are expected. On the wings, Diouf could take the place of Luis Henrique, while Carlos Augusto is competing with Dimarco, who has been less effective than his Brazilian teammate in recent performances.
The duel between Josep Martinez and Provedel for the goalkeeper spot remains open. Inter face a team led by Arda Turan, an opponent Calhanoglu knows well from his time with the Turkish national team. The match is worth more than three points: it is an opportunity to prove that the Nerazzurri project can also stand up at European level.
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