Inter-Bruges, the objective is clear: at least 16 points for the top eight

Sixteen points to get into the top eight and avoid the playoffs: according to La Repubblica, this is the minimum goal that the Nerazzurri environment has set ahead of the second Champions League match, at home against Club Brugge. In the press conference held at Appiano Gentile, Chivu made the position clear: lowering the bar is not an option.

Within the Inter environment, there is an awareness of being able to progress in the tournament. President Marotta himself had already framed the situation with a twofold formula: the duty to do well and the right to dream. Chivu added that the Champions League cannot be bought with money, but if approached in the right way, it brings in a lot — a prospect that also interests the managers of the Oaktree fund, who are aiming for a significant European campaign.

For tonight’s match, several starters who were rested against Parma will be available again. Among them are Barella, Martinez, Zielinski, and Bastoni, ready to give substance to the ambitions declared by the club.