Inter, Stones and Pavard still out: defensive rotation becomes harder
The Nerazzurri have fewer defensive options available: with Stones, Pavard and Bastoni out, Chivu must manage the next games carefully.
Inter must deal with another complication in defence. Stones and Pavard remain unavailable, adding to Bastoni’s absence. Ahead of the next fixtures, Chivu’s team therefore has fewer options for rotating its defenders and managing their workload.
The issue is particularly significant with matches coming close together. Without three available players, defensive rotation becomes more difficult and the coach’s choices carry greater weight. The situation calls for caution when selecting the back line, since every change must take into account the alternatives actually at Chivu’s disposal. No further details have been provided regarding the return dates of the players still sidelined.
Inter head into the Fiorentina match after a 1-0 win over Shakhtar on October 21, following the 3-1 victory in Bologna and the 4-3 home defeat against Club Brugge. The match against Fiorentina is scheduled for Sunday, October 25, at 12:30 in San Siro. Venezia and the derby against Milan will follow.