Cristian Chivu Plots Double Defensive Change For Ajax Vs Inter Milan Starting XI, Potential French Swap In Attack | OneFootball

Cristian Chivu could reportedly make two defensive changes in the upcoming Champions League clash between Ajax and Inter Milan.

According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri boss may field Manuel Akanji after his underwhelming start in Serie A.

Despite high expectations, the Swiss center-back stuttered against Juventus last weekend.

However, he should still get the nod ahead of Yann Bisseck when Inter take on Ajax on Wednesday.

Meanwhile, Cristian Chivu could make two crucial alterations at the back.

Cristian Chivu Considers Making Double Defensive Change in Ajax vs Inter Milan Game

MILAN, ITALY – MAY 06: Federico Dimarco of FC Internazionale celebrates after his team’s 4-3 victory in the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Semi Final Second Leg match between FC Internazionale Milano and FC Barcelona at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on May 06, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Francesco Acerbi was arguably Inter’s best-performing defender in Turin.

Yet, at 37, he can no longer keep up the pace with Inter’s brutal fixture schedule.

As a result, Stefan de Vrij could register his first minutes this season.

Indeed, the Dutchman could slot at the heart of Inter’s backline between Alessandro Bastoni and Akanji.

Then, Federico Dimarco will likely return to the starting XI.

He recorded an assist off the bench against Juventus and is now ready to take Carlos Augusto’s place on the left wing.