Argentina Star Center-Forward To Rejoin Inter Milan Squad On Friday, Arrives Late For Juventus Showdown | OneFootball

Lautaro Martinez is facing a race against time to be ready for Saturday’s Serie A showdown between Juventus and Inter Milan.

According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInter1908, the Argentine striker will return late from the international break.

Inter will desperately need El Toro at his best this weekend. They take on Juventus in the famous Derby d’Italia after losing to Udinese last time out.

However, the 28-year-old will not return to San Siro until Friday.

Indeed, he will likely lead the line for Argentina in tonight’s FIFA World Cup qualifier against Ecuador.

Lautaro Martinez to Return Late for Juventus vs Inter Milan Serie A Classic

MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 25: Lautaro Martinez of Internazionale celebrates scoring his team’s third goal during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Torino FC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on August 25, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Away on international duty, Lautaro Martinez will have limited time to recover and prepare.

Indeed, he will have less than 48 hours to get ready for the game.

With Inter set to meet Juventus in a high-stakes clash, Cristian Chivu is desperate for his talisman to be at peak fitness.

Meanwhile, Marcus Thuram will appear at Appiano Gentile on Thursday as he prepares to spearhead France’s attack tonight.