Talismanic Inter Milan Midfielder Pushing To Recover Fitness For Massive Juventus Showdown | OneFootball

Hakan Calhanoglu has stepped up his recovery programme as he pushes to return in time for Inter Milan’s heavyweight Serie A clash with Juventus.

The Turkish midfielder remains sidelined, but his focus now centres firmly on the mid-February showdown.

Calhanoglu continues to work daily in the gym as he looks to rebuild fitness after a muscular issue.

On Sunday evening, the Inter playmaker again shared updates from his individual training session, as per FCInter1908.

Indeed, underlining his determination to return as quickly as possible.

Inter Talisman Calhanoglu Aiming To Return For Juventus Showdown

MILAN, ITALY – DECEMBER 06: Hakan Calhanoglu of FC Internazionale celebrates scoring his team’s third goal during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Como 1907 at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on December 06, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Medical tests carried out in mid-January revealed a strain to the soleus muscle in his left leg. Since then, Inter have followed a cautious recovery plan.

However, progress has encouraged optimism behind the scenes.

The current objective is clear.

Calhanoglu aims to return to the matchday squad for the upcoming league fixture away to Sassuolo in Reggio Emilia.

If that step comes without setbacks, Inter hope to restore him to the starting XI against Juventus.

His availability would represent a major boost.

Calhanoglu remains a key figure in midfield, both for his distribution and leadership. Therefore, his recovery carries added weight as Inter prepare for a decisive stretch of the season.