Age Is Nothing But A Number – Italy Veteran Still A Key Player For Inter Milan Under Cristian Chivu | OneFootball

Defender Francesco Acerbi remains a key player for Cristian Chivu at Inter Milan, despite his advancing age.

This is highlighted in today’s print edition of Rome-based newspaper Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews.

Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi turns 38 this season.

Therefore, there was some speculation about whether or not the former Lazio and Sassuolo defender would even stick around this summer.

The Nerazzurri were hardly shy in making this summer one of renewal and refreshing of the team.

That is why the club focused on adding youth into their ranks throughout the transfer window.

Accordingly, there were questions about what kind of a place Acerbi would find.

Acerbi Still Key For Chivu At Inter Despite Age

MONZA, ITALY – AUGUST 12: Francesco Acerbi of FC Internazionale scores his goal from the penalty spot during the Pre-season Friendly match between AC Monza and FC Internazionale at U-Power Stadium on August 12, 2025 in Monza, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

However, coach Cristian Chivu has so far trusted Acerbi every bit as much as former coach Simone Inzaghi has.

The 37-year-old has started both of Inter’s Serie A matches so far.

It looks clear that Chivu still sees Acerbi’s experience and marking ability as crucial characteristics in the middle of the back three.

Perhaps over the course of the season, the Romanian will finally begin to phase Acerbi out.

But for now, the Italian international’s age is nothing but a number.

Then, the Gazzetta note, at the end of the season Inter can make a decision about what the future holds.