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Inter Milan teenager Francesco Pio Esposito is reportedly in line for a start in Wednesday’s must-win UEFA Champions League clash against Borussia Dortmund.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the 20-year-old has emerged as a perfect partner for captain Lautaro Martinez.

Francesco Pio Esposito returned to the scoresheet in Friday’s 6-2 rout of Serie A minnows Pisa, netting his third league goal of the season.

In addition to his domestic contribution, the young striker has scored once and added two assists in six Champions League appearances.

Pio Esposito in Contention for Starting Berth in Borussia Dortmund vs Inter Milan Clash

MILAN, ITALY – JANUARY 23: Francesco Pio Esposito of FC Internazionale Milano celebrates scoring his team’s third goal during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Pisa SC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on January 23, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

With Marcus Thuram out of form, Cristian Chivu is reportedly considering fielding Pio Esposito from the first minute.

Indeed, it would also benefit Lautaro, who has thrived alongside the former Spezia loanee.

Four of Esposito’s six assists have set up El Toro, underlining the growing chemistry between the two forwards.

Therefore, the Italian starlet is likely to get the nod ahead of Thuram, who has struggled for form since returning from injury in November.