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Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu must carefully manage Lautaro Martinez’s game time in the upcoming Serie A clash against Roma.

According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, El Toro’s game management will put the 44-year-old’s managerial credentials to the test.

Lautaro Martinez featured twice for Argentina during October’s international break.

Moreover, after providing a match-winning assist against Venezuela, he scored twice off the bench against Puerto Rico.

Therefore, fatigue could be an issue for the 28-year-old.

Chivu Must Carefully Manage Lautaro Game Time in Roma vs Inter Milan Showdown

MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 04: FC Internazionale coach Cristian Chivu gesturesduring the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and US Cremonese at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on October 04, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

The Argentine striker struggled with recurring fitness setbacks last season, which led to a noticeable dip in form.

Furthermore, he slumped to a back problem immediately after the previous international break.

Indeed, Cristian Chivu had to take him off during a 4-3 derby loss at Juventus.

Chivu must not replicate the same mistake again, especially now that he cannot call upon Marcus Thuram.

As such, the Romanian coach has to evaluate his options.

Francesco Pio Esposito looks fresh despite playing for Italy in their last two FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Then, there’s Ange-Yoan Bonny, who never left Appiano Gentile during the pause.