Napoli Vs Inter Milan – Slovakia Midfielder Ruled Out With Injury, Italy Winger Face Race Against Time To Regain Full Fitness | OneFootball

Napoli will reportedly take on Inter Milan in an early Scudetto six-pointer without star midfielder Stanislav Lobotka.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Slovakian playmaker may not be the only high-profile absentee.

Napoli will face Inter Milan at Stadio Diego Armando Maradona later this month.

Furthermore, after fighting for the Serie A title until the final day of last season, the rivalry between the two clubs has intensified.

Napoli to Take on Inter Milan Without Stanislav Lobotka

NAPLES, ITALY – JULY 19: Matteo Politano of SSC Napoli during the Serie A match between SSC Napoli and Udinese Calcio at Stadio San Paolo on July 19, 2020 in Naples, Italy. (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

Unfortunately for Napoli coach Antonio Conte, Stanislav Lobotka will not be at his disposal.

Indeed, a muscle injury has ruled the diminutive midfielder out of the upcoming clash against his former club.

With Lobotka unavailable for selection, Conte will likely turn to Billy Gilmour to fill the vacancy in the middle of the park.

Meanwhile, Matteo Politano could join his clubmate on the sidelines.

Like Lobotka, the left-footed winger has suffered a similar problem. However, he remains hopeful of regaining full fitness in time.

Otherwise, either Noa Lang or David Neres could take his place on the wing.