Cristian Chivu Sends Clear Message To Inter Milan Dressing Room After Napoli Loss As Injury Boost Emerges | OneFootball

Inter Milan will waste no time dwelling on their 3–1 defeat to Napoli, with training already scheduled by Cristian Chivu ahead of Wednesday’s match against Fiorentina at San Siro, as Marcus Thuram edges closer to a return from injury.

After seven straight wins, the loss sparked frustration on the pitch, but Cristian Chivu sent a firm message to Lautaro Martinez and the squad in the aftermath.

Reflecting on the chaotic touchline scenes and loss of focus, Chivu made it clear that mentality must come before emotion.

Cristian Chivu Sends Message To Inter Milan After Napoli Loss As Thuram Edges Closer To Return

MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 04: FC Internazionale coach Cristian Chivu looks on before the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and US Cremonese at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on October 04, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

After the game, Chivu spoke to the press, urging his players to channel their fire into performances, not disputes.

There is concern over Henrikh Mkhitaryan.

The Armenian was forced off in the first half with a flexor issue and will undergo further tests.

However, Inter received a timely boost, as per FCInter1908.

Marcus Thuram is expected to rejoin the group this week.

Furthermore raising hopes of having the French striker back in the squad shortly.