Inter Milan Vs Atalanta – Brazil Defender Ready To Rise To The Challenge After Replacing Italy Star: ‘We Want To Bounce Back’ | OneFootball

Carlos Augusto is ready to step up for Inter Milan in the absence of Alessandro Bastoni, and the Brazil defender has delivered a determined message ahead of Saturday’s Serie A clash with Atalanta, insisting the Nerazzurri are fully focused on an immediate response to the derby defeat.

The wing-back shifts to left centre-back today with Bastoni sidelined by the shin knock he sustained against AC Milan.

It is a role Carlos Augusto has filled before under Cristian Chivu.

And, indeed, his versatility and reliability make him a trusted option in the position.

Inter Vs Atalanta – Carlos Augusto: ‘We Want To Bounce Back’

Speaking to Inter TV before kick-off, via FCInterNews, he was clear about the mood inside the dressing room.

“It will be a very important match, there are ten games left in the league but we must stay focused on today and try to win it,” he said.

“We want to bounce back immediately. We have done it before and we want to do it again.”

He was careful not to be distracted by Atalanta’s midweek result.

“Beyond their performance against Bayern Munich, they are a great team with great quality. We must do what we have worked on during the week with great enthusiasm and try to win.”