Inter-Como, Chivu's choices: Bastoni returns, open competition on the wing

According to Corriere dello Sport, Chivu will not radically change the lineup for the match against Como, but some decisions will remain open until the last moment. The starting point is the offensive department: Pio Esposito should partner with Thuram in attack, while Bonny is ready to come on during the match.

In defense, the most anticipated return is that of Bastoni, who was rested during the week after serving his suspension in the Champions League in the previous round. The Italian defender is expected to complete the backline with Bisseck and Akanji in front of the confirmed Martinez in goal. However, there is still a tactical alternative to consider: Chivu could opt for Carlos Augusto, excluding either the German or the Swiss player and moving Bastoni to the center, a solution already adopted in recent weeks.

In midfield, Calhanoglu and Barella are certain of a starting spot. The third place is a battle between Zielinski and Sucic, with the Pole slightly ahead. There are also open situations on the flanks: on one side, Spence and Diouf are competing for the starting spot, while on the other the contest is between Dimarco and Carlos Augusto, who is already involved in the defensive considerations.

The final lineup could therefore undergo changes until the last hours before kickoff, with Chivu called to choose between continuity and some targeted tactical adjustments.