Inter Milan Vs Kairat Almaty – Cristian Chivu Planning Five Starting Lineup Changes Compared To Hellas Verona Win | OneFootball

San Siro sets the stage for a first-ever Champions League showdown between seasoned campaigners Inter Milan and debutants Kairat Almaty.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, Cristian Chivu could make up to five changes compare to the starting XI against Hellas Verona.

Inter squeaked past the Gialloblu on Sunday, courtesy of Martin Frese’s own goal in injury time of the second half.

Meanwhile, Piotr Zielinski broke the deadlock with his first goal of the season, cementing his place in the starting lineup.

Chivu Plans 5 Starting XI Changes for Inter Milan vs Kairat Almaty Clash

MILAN, ITALY – JANUARY 06: Davide Frattesi of FC Internazionale celebrates after scoring his team’s second goal during the Serie A TIM match between FC Internazionale and Hellas Verona FC at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on January 06, 2024 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Despite his indispensable first-team status, Hakan Calhanoglu could get some rest tonight, with Nicolo Barella expected to operate as a deep-lying playmaker.

Therefore, Davide Frattesi returns to the starting XI to fill the gap in the midfield.

Furthermore, Stefan de Vrij and Carlos Augusto look set to get the nod in defense, with Manuel Akanji and Alessandro Bastoni dropping to the bench.

After Luis Henrique’s unimpressive performance at the Bentegodi, Denzel Dumfries will regain his place on the right wing.