Calhanoglu is fit and Bastoni may return for Inter’s trip to Fiorentina. Lautaro’s fitness remains uncertain and Mkhitaryan is out, suggesting Inter could be less potent up front. Punters: consider backing a lower-scoring market or Fiorentina double chance if Lautaro misses; Bastoni’s return could make a tight, low-margin away result more likely, reducing value on large Inter wins.
Inter injury update ahead of Fiorentina clash
Inter travel to Fiorentina on Sunday with some encouraging signs and lingering doubts. Hakan Calhanoglu has recovered from a calf problem and is available for selection, while Alessandro Bastoni has made partial returns to training and could rejoin the group as early as tomorrow. That would bolster Inter’s defensive options ahead of a busy fortnight.
Calhanoglu back to full availability
Calhanoglu’s recovery is a clear boost to the midfield, offering set-piece quality and creative passing that Inter missed while he was sidelined. His availability gives the coach more tactical flexibility and could be decisive in how the Nerazzurri shape their attack at the Artemio Franchi.
Bastoni edging towards full training
Bastoni, who picked up an injury in the Milan derby and missed the recent Atalanta game, has been gradually reintegrated with partial sessions. If he completes a full training day tomorrow, he will likely be cleared for the Fiorentina game and could also be in contention for Italy’s World Cup play-off semi-final on March 26, providing a timely lift to Inter’s backline.
Lautaro Martinez uncertain; Mkhitaryan sidelined
Top scorer Lautaro Martinez has stepped up individual work but remains outside full group training. If he does not return to team sessions within the next 48 hours, he will be ruled out of the league trip. Henrikh Mkhitaryan is still unavailable and is expected to return only after the international break, most likely in the home fixture against his former club Roma at Easter.
What this means for team selection and tactics
With Calhanoglu fit but Lautaro doubtful and Mkhitaryan absent, Inter may adopt a more cautious attacking setup or rely on alternative forwards to carry the load.
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Bastoni’s potential return would strengthen central defence and could prompt a more conservative approach against Fiorentina’s home threat. Managers will weigh fitness news heavily when finalising the lineup.
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