Inter Vs AC Milan – Turkey Supertsar Returns From International Break Early To Regain Full Fitness | OneFootball

Hakan Calhanoglu has been among the first Inter Milan stars to return to Appiano Gentile from the international break.

According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, Turkey boss Vincenzo Montella has released the 31-year-old from the national team sooner than expected.

Indeed, Hakan Calhanoglu suffered a hand injury during the Crescent-Stars’ 2-0 home victory over Bulgaria last week.

Despite opening the scoring from the spot, a scary injury concern overshadowed the star playmaker’s latest goal contribution.

Hakan Calhanoglu Returns to Appiano Gentile Ahead of Inter vs AC Milan Game

TURIN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 13: Hakan Calhanoglu of Internazionale celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and FC Internazionale at on September 13, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)

Cristian Chivu has reignited Calhanoglu’s career at San Siro after a turbulent summer, packed with wild transfer speculation.

Indeed, the former AC Milan midfielder has emerged as the club’s top scorer in Serie A with five goals.

Therefore, his presence on Sunday could prove decisive as Inter aim to claim bragging rights in the first Milan derby of the 2025/26 season.

A minor wrist problem, coupled with the risk of suspension, has prompted Montella to let Calhanoglu return to Italy today.

As such, Turkey will face Spain without their captain tomorrow night.