Wingback Emergency – Inter Milan Veteran Faces Extended Spell On The Sidelines | OneFootball

Inter Milan veteran Matteo Darmian will reportedly stay in the pits until 2026 despite recently returning to training.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Italian defender’s protracted recovery has suffered another setback.

Marred by a nasty calf injury, Matteo Darmian has been out of action since the tail-end of September.

Indeed, he injured himself during Inter’s commanding 3-0 home win over Slavia Prague in the Champions League.

Despite recently returning to training, the former AC Milan star remains unavailable for selection.

Inter Milan Ace Matteo Darmian Ruled Out Until 2026

MILAN, ITALY – MARCH 30: Matteo Darmian of FC Internazionale looks on during the warm up prior to the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Udinese at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on March 30, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Darmian’s recovery was supposed to be a boost for Inter as they lack numbers on the right wing.

Indeed, starting wingback Denzel Dumfries underwent ankle surgery last week.

Therefore, he will not return to the field at least until March, leaving Luis Henrique as the only senior option on the right flank.

Unfortunately for Cristian Chivu, he will not be able to call upon Darmian’s services until 2026.