Italy Defender Returns To Inter Milan Starting XI For Sunday’s Serie A Trip To Cremonese | OneFootball

Alessandro Bastoni is set to return to the starting line-up when Inter travel to face Cremonese on Sunday in Serie A.

The news comes after the defender was rested during the recent Champions League trip to Dortmund.

According to Tuttosport, Bastoni will slot back into defence from the first minute, while Lautaro Martinez is also expected to return in attack.

Marcus Thuram could be the one to make way, with Pio Esposito tipped to partner the Argentine striker.

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Inter’s midfield may also see changes.

Davide Frattesi is seeking more playing time and continues to feature in transfer rumours.

Therefore, he could be handed a starting opportunity similar to the reverse fixture.

Diouf is another option under consideration, with the coaching staff viewing him as a candidate on the right flank as well as in a central role.

These adjustments reflect the need for rotation amid a packed schedule.

Inter must balance freshness with continuity as they juggle domestic and European commitments.

For Bastoni, the return offers a chance to re-establish rhythm after his brief rest.

His presence brings composure and distribution from the back.

Indeed, qualities Inter will rely on as they look to collect important points away from home.