Inter Milan Star To Return In Derby Clash Against AC Milan After Injury Recovery | OneFootball

Marcus Thuram is ready to reclaim his starting place for Inter Milan just in time for the Derby della Madonnina against AC Milan.

The French forward has used the international break to step up his recovery at Appiano Gentile.

Therefore, he is now on course to line up alongside Lautaro Martinez from the first minute against AC Milan on Sunday, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Thuram suffered a left thigh injury on September 30, during the Champions League clash with Slavia Prague.

Since then, Inter’s medical and coaching staff have managed his return with extreme caution.

Indeed, designing a gradual fitness plan to minimise the risk of relapse.

Marcus Thuram Ready To Return For Inter Milan

MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 31: Marcus Thuram of FC Internazionale in action during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Udinese Calcio at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on August 31, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Thuram made brief cameos against Kairat Almaty on November 6 and Lazio a week later.

Finally, the 28-year-old is expected to start in one of the club’s biggest fixtures of the season.

“The return from the first minute is set for Sunday’s derby against Milan, the match that motivates him most,” writes Gazzetta.

Thuram’s return is welcomed for Inter.

However, Chivu will be relieved he can rely upon Ange-Yoan Bonny in any future absences.

The reports add that Thuram has worked hard throughout the break to rediscover his sharpness.

He was not selected for Didier Deschamps’ France squad as to allow him to recover from his injury.