Inter Milan Boss Cristian Chivu To Rotate Squad & Assess Fringe Players In Friendly Against Atletico Madrid | OneFootball

Ten senior Inter players, alongside several talents from the U23 and Primavera squads, will be available to Cristian Chivu this evening as the Nerazzurri face Atletico Madrid in Benghazi, Libya as Luis Henrique and Andy Diouf get their time to shine.

As reported by Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews, the Inter coach will use the match to his advantage.

Therefore, it is as an opportunity to observe some of his younger prospects in action.

Among those attracting particular attention are Luis Henrique and Andy Diouf, both of whom are expected to feature prominently.

Chivu To Experiment In Inter Milan Friendly Against Atletico Madrid

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 20: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of FC Internazionale Milano attends a press conference ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match between FC Internazionale Milano and Urawa Red Diamonds at Virginia Mason Athletic Center on June 20, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

The friendly will allow Chivu to experiment and maintain rhythm for players not called up to international duty.

Meanwhile, it also serves as a valuable test for the younger generation stepping up.

Senior stars like Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram are unavailable.

Therefore, tonight’s game is expected to offer valuable insights into Inter’s squad depth.

Furthermore, it will also test the progress of their emerging talents.