Torino Vs Inter Milan – France & Italy Fringe Players Could Be Handed Rare Start | OneFootball

Inter Milan could hand rare starting opportunities to Matteo Darmian and Andy Diouf when they face Torino, as Cristian Chivu manages injuries and fitness ahead of a decisive run of fixtures.

The Nerazzurri will be without Lautaro Martinez, who is targeting a return against Parma.

Meanwhile Luis Henrique has also been ruled out after suffering a muscle injury to his right thigh.

The Brazilian is expected to be sidelined for up to two weeks, forcing Chivu to reshuffle his options.

Tuttosport note some positive news, however, via FCInterNews.

Alessandro Bastoni has returned to training and will be assessed ahead of kickoff, while Stefan de Vrij and Denzel Dumfries have recovered from minor issues.

Dumfries, though, may not be risked from the start, opening the door for alternative solutions.

Torino Vs Inter – Diouf & Darmian Set For Rare Start

Andy Diouf is one of the players who could benefit.

Indeed, with the French midfielder an option to fill in on the right if needed.

Matteo Darmian is another candidate, particularly given his experience and familiarity with Torino from his previous spell at the club.

Elsewhere, Yann Sommer is expected to start in goal.

In defence, Manuel Akanji should return in the centre alongside Yann Bisseck and Carlos Augusto. Federico Dimarco is set to feature on the left, while Hakan Calhanoglu and Nicolo Barella are expected to anchor the midfield, with Davide Frattesi a potential wildcard option.

In attack, Marcus Thuram is likely to partner Pio Esposito as Inter look to maintain momentum despite the absences.