When Lautaro Martinez Is Expected To Return To Inter Milan Squad After Fresh Injury Setback | OneFootball

Lautaro Martinez faces a minimum three-week absence from the Inter Milan squad after suffering a fresh injury setback to his left calf.

According to the Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews, the Inter Milan captain is expected to return to action around the final week of April or the first week of May.

Indeed meaning clashes against Torino and Parma are the most realistic targets for his comeback.

Inter confirmed the injury via an official statement.

Therefore describing it as a minor muscular strain to the soleus muscle in his left leg.

Notably, it affects the same area that kept Lautaro sidelined for over a month earlier this season, before his impactful return against Roma.

Who Will Step Up For Lautaro Martinez In Inter Milan Absence?

After coming off during that Roma match, the Argentine was spotted applying an ice pack to his left calf.

Indeed, it was a moment that appeared precautionary at the time.

However, upon returning to training, Lautaro felt discomfort again and underwent further medical assessments.

In the captain’s absence, the goalscoring burden falls primarily on Marcus Thuram.

The Frenchman impressed against Roma after a dismal run before the break.

Pio Esposito and Ange-Yoan Bonny are also expected to be called upon across the upcoming fixtures against Como.

Indeed, in both Serie A and the Coppa Italia, as well as Cagliari and potentially Torino.