Inter Milan Head Coach Cristian Chivu Ready To Trust Italy Starlet With Start Against Pisa | OneFootball

Inter Milan could start Pio Esposito against Pisa as Cristian Chivu weighs rotation options, with Inter and Pisa meeting in a key test.

The young striker impressed against Arsenal and now pushes for a starting role alongside Lautaro Martinez.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Esposito is in excellent form and has convinced the coaching staff with his recent displays.

The report suggests he is the leading candidate to partner Lautaro in attack tonight, marking a significant opportunity for the Italy youth international.

Chivu Ready To Rotate Inter Milan For Pisa Test With Pio Esposito Set To Start

MILAN, ITALY – DECEMBER 06: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of FC Internazionale Milano, looks on prior to the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Como 1907 at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on December 06, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Chivu may also rotate elsewhere in the lineup after a demanding run of fixtures. Bisseck is expected to return in defence, with Akanji competing with De Vrij for a place.

On the left side, Bastoni could receive a rest, opening the door for Carlos Augusto.

Meanwhile Federico Dimarco remains a key option on the flank.

The newspaper also notes that Bastoni could return if Dimarco is rested, with Carlos Augusto pushed further forward.

In midfield, Sucic looks set for confirmation after his superb goal against Arsenal, while Henrikh Mkhitaryan is expected to start.

Therefore, Zielinski and Barella will compete for one central midfield spot, with only one likely to feature.

On the right, Luis Henrique should start again.

Probable Inter (3-5-2): Sommer; Bisseck, Akanji, Carlos Augusto; Luis Henrique, Sucic, Barella, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Lautaro Martinez, Pio Esposito.