The physical conditions of Thuram and Bonny are putting pressure on the Inter technical staff, who now have to look for alternatives in the attack department. According to Tuttosport, Chivu is above all hoping that Pio Esposito returns from his commitments with Italy in the same condition in which he left, that is, in top form.
In the meantime, reflections on alternative solutions are already underway. Diouf could be moved from the wing to play in support of the lone striker, a solution that, according to the Turin-based newspaper, could also apply to Mkhitaryan, Sucic, and Jones.
Tuttosport also opens up to the possibility of a change in formation: a 3-4-2-1 would allow the two advanced midfielders to play a more offensive role compared to the classic midfield setup of the 3-5-2. The scenario would be different, however, if the Romanian coach decided to rely on the young Lavelli and Mosconi up front, in which case the tactical setup would remain unchanged.
The January transfer window is also in the background. Depending on the results and performance of the team, the club will evaluate whether to intervene to provide Chivu with a fifth high-level striker.
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