French Starlet Backed To Partner Argentina Megastar In Attack For Inter Milan In Trip to Roma | OneFootball

Inter Milan head into tonight’s clash with Roma at the Stadio Olimpico with their starting XI largely defined and Ange-Yoan Bonny backed to star alongside Lautaro Martinez in the front line.

According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Yann Sommer will start between the posts, shielded by the defensive trio of Akanji, Acerbi and Bastoni.

On the flanks, Denzel Dumfries and Federico Dimarco will look to provide width and service.

Meanwhile the midfield is set with Nicolo Barella, Hakan Calhanoglu and Henrikh Mkhitaryan.

The only real uncertainty lies up front.

With Marcus Thuram still sidelined, Ange-Yoan Bonny is currently favourite to partner Lautaro Martinez, who is expected to return to the starting XI after international duty.

“With just two training sessions since returning from America, Lautaro seems ready to lead the attack again,” the newspaper notes.

Although the Argentine’s minutes could be managed depending on how the game progresses.

Roma Vs Inter – Bonny Gets Nod To Partner Lautaro For Chivu’s Side

MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 30: Lautaro Martinez of FC Internazionale celebrates after scoring their team’s first goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD2 match between FC Internazionale Milano and SK Slavia Praha at Stadio San Siro on September 30, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Meanwhile, Francesco Pio Esposito continues to push for inclusion.

“Even from a slightly wider position, Esposito Jr. is still in contention and pushing both teammates.”

One small logistical curiosity also emerged: young goalkeeper Calligaris, who featured for Inter U23 last night against Alcione.

He will fly to Rome this morning to join the senior squad on the bench alongside Josep Martinez.

Chivu’s Inter, seeking a sixth straight win in all competitions, will rely again on structure, balance and attacking fluidity.