Inter Milan Coach Present At Atalanta Vs Juventus Fixture; Takes Notes Ahead Of Derby D’Italia | OneFootball

Inter Milan assistant Aleksandar Kolarov was spotted in the stands during the Coppa Italia clash between Atalanta and Juventus in Bergamo.

According to Sportmediaset, assistant coach Kolarov attended the match at the Gewiss Stadium.

Indeed, taking advantage of the opportunity to closely observe Juventus ahead of the upcoming Derby d’Italia.

Kolarov, who is part of Cristian Chivu’s technical staff, was seen making notes as he analysed the Bianconeri’s performance.

Atalanta won the game with a convincing 3-0 victory, Spalletti’s heaviest loss since taking charge at the Allianz.

Gianluca Scamacca, Kamaldeen Sulemana and Mario Pasalic all got on the score sheet – a result sure to put Inter at ease.

Inter Watch Atalanta & Juventus As Kolarov Takes Notes

GENOA, ITALY – AUGUST 29: Luciano Spalletti head coach of Napoli looks on before the Serie A match between Genoa Cfc and Ssc Napoli at Stadio Luigi Ferraris on August 29, 2021 in Genoa, Italy. (Photo by Getty Images)

The highly anticipated league showdown between Inter and Juventus is scheduled for February 14 at San Siro.

Therefore making last night’s Coppa Italia fixture a timely scouting mission.

With Juventus coached by Luciano Spalletti, the encounter also offered Inter’s staff a chance to study tactical tendencies.

And, indeed, plan potential adjustments ahead of one of the season’s defining matches.

Such live scouting trips are a routine part of match preparation.

However, Kolarov’s presence underlines the level of detail Inter are investing in.