Inter Milan Vs Roma – Italian Veteran Set To Return To Starting XI Amid Defensive Crisis At San Siro | OneFootball

Francesco Acerbi could make his return to the starting lineup when Inter Milan and Roma lock horns at San Siro on Sunday.

According to FCInterNews, the 38-year-old has emerged as the likeliest candidate to replace the injured Yann Bisseck.

Cristian Chivu lost the German defender to a thigh injury during today’s training session.

Indeed, Bisseck won’t be available for the upcoming clash against the Giallorossi.

Furthermore, he is likely to skip Inter’s trip to Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia to face Como next week.

Meanwhile, star center-back Alessandro Bastoni is facing a difficult period following his mistake for the national team.

Francesco Acerbi to Start in Inter Milan vs Roma Clash

Despite his recent turmoil, the 26-year-old will retain his place in the starting lineup, as Chivu can’t afford to bench his defensive cornerstone.

Furthermore, Switzerland stalwart Manuel Akanji has a guaranteed starting berth.

However, Carlos Augusto and Bisseck won’t be in contention, leaving Stefan de Vrij and Acerbi as the only remaining senior options.

Since the former has just returned from the international break, Chivu prefers Acerbi to partner up with Akanji and Bastoni at the back.

On the opposite side of the pitch, Lautaro Martinez is likely to return to the starting XI for the first time since February.