French Striker Duo To Spearhead Ajax vs Inter Milan Champions League Opener | OneFootball

Ange-Yoan Bonny and Marcus Thuram could be the starting center-forward duo in tonight’s Champions League match between Ajax and Inter Milan.

According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the former could take Lautaro Martinez’s place in attack.

With El Toro struggling with back pain, Cristian Chivu considers handing Bonny his first-ever start in the Champions League.

Indeed, the 21-year-old could line up alongside Marcus Thuram at the Johan Cruyff Stadium later this evening.

Meanwhile, Yann Sommer has a guaranteed starting berth despite his lackluster performance against Juventus.

Ange-Yoan Bonny & Marcus Thuram to Start Ajax vs Inter Milan Clash

MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 25: Lautaro Martinez of Internazionale celebrates scoring his team’s fourth 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)

Lautaro Martinez will likely stay on the bench as precaution.

After missing yesterday’s training session, it’s in the Argentine’s best interest to rest.

However, Inter desperately need a win at the start of the new Champions League campaign.

Therefore, Chivu has a decision to make.

Bonny scored on his Serie A debut for Inter and has more experience in top-flight football than Francesco Pio Esposito.

As such, he could get the nod in the front third.