The absence of Hakan Calhanoglu risks greatly complicating the situation for Inter. Not only because of the specific weight of the Turkish midfielder, but also due to the lack of a suitable alternative for the role and the busy schedule of commitments awaiting the Nerazzurri in the coming weeks.

According to what was written this morning by Corriere dello Sport, the stoppage of the playmaker could push the club to at least partially review its market strategy. The hypothesis taking shape mainly concerns the timing of a possible sale of Davide Frattesi, a name that continues to be linked to several teams.

The newspaper explains that, from a numerical point of view, Inter could find itself with a squad that is too thin in midfield if it were to lose another player at this stage of the season. For this reason, should negotiations with Galatasaray or other clubs intensify, the Nerazzurri could ask to postpone the closing of the deal.

The goal would be not to deprive Cristian Chivu of further resources precisely at a time when the schedule is putting the squad to the test the most. A choice dictated by caution to avoid consequences that could weigh on results in ongoing competitions.