Chivu Could Rest Key Players In Udinese Clash Ahead Of Inter Milan Vs Arsenal Champions League Battle | OneFootball

Cristian Chivu could rotate his Inter Milan squad for the trip to Udinese as he balances Serie A duties with a crucial Champions League test against Arsenal.

The Inter coach will lead the final training session in the morning before the team flies to Udine in the afternoon.

As happened before the Lecce match, Chivu will not hold a pre-match press conference.

According to Corriere dello Sport, several selection doubts remain due to fatigue and the demanding schedule ahead.

Udinese Vs Inter – Chivu Rests Stars Ahead Of Arsenal Clash

BERGAMO, ITALY – DECEMBER 28: Piotr Zielinski of FC Internazionale in action during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and FC Internazionale at New Balance Arena on December 28, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

In defence, Chivu could rest Manuel Akanji, opening a choice between Stefan de Vrij and Francesco Acerbi.

Yann Bisseck is expected to return on the right side of the back three, while Alessandro Bastoni could keep his place on the left.

Chivu also plans changes elsewhere. Luis Henrique, Federico Dimarco and Lautaro Martinez are all set to start.

The main question concerns the holding midfield role.

Nicolò Barella could operate in front of the defence, supported by Petar Sucic and Henrikh Mkhitaryan.

Piotr Zielinski is likely to sit out as Chivu keeps him fresh for Arsenal.

Inter face a delicate balancing act between domestic consistency and European ambition.

Rotation in Udine would allow Chivu to manage energy levels without losing competitiveness, especially with a decisive Champions League night on the horizon.

Probable Inter (3-5-2): Sommer; Bisseck, Acerbi, Bastoni; Luis Henrique, Sucic, Barella, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Lautaro, Esposito.