Inter Milan is facing a growing injury crisis ahead of their pre-season friendly against Chelsea on Sunday, with midfielder Hakan Calhanoglu the latest to join the list of absentees. The Nerazzurri have been beset by muscular issues during the summer as they prepare to defend their title as reigning Champions of Italy.
Mehdi Taremi, Mark Arnautovic, Piotr Zielinski and Stefan de Vrij are already out of action following injuries sustained in training or in friendly matches.
It is considered just a precaution, but it is also possible he could be left behind to work on his fitness when the team travels to London for Sunday’s encounter with Chelsea.
Calhanoglu's Injury Concerns
Calhanoglu's absence is a blow to Inter, as he is a key player for the Nerazzurri. He is a creative midfielder with a good eye for goal, and he is also a set-piece specialist. Inter will be hoping that Calhanoglu's injury is not serious and that he will be available for the start of the Serie A season.
Other Injuries
In addition to Calhanoglu, Inter are also without a number of other key players.
Defender Stefan de Vrij
De Vrij picked up a thigh injury in the final minutes of Inter’s last friendly, against Al-Ittihad.
Striker Mehdi Taremi
Taremi has been dealing with a muscle injury and is still recovering.
Midfielder Piotr Zielinski
Zielinski is also recovering from a muscle injury, and it is unclear when he will be back in action.
Striker Marko Arnautovic
Arnautovic is another player who is struggling with a muscle injury.
Inter's Preseason Friendly Against Chelsea
Inter will be hoping to get back to winning ways in their pre-season friendly against Chelsea. The Blues are a tough opponent, but Inter will be looking to use this match as an opportunity to build confidence and momentum ahead of the start of the Serie A season.
Impact on the Serie A Season
Inter's injury problems could have a significant impact on their Serie A season. They will be missing a number of key players, and they will need to find a way to cope without them. If Inter can overcome their injury crisis, they will be in a good position to challenge for the title. However, if their injury problems continue, it could be a long season for the Nerazzurri.
Inter's Serie A Opener
Inter begin their competitive season with a trip to Genoa on Saturday August 17. The Nerazzurri will be hoping to start their season on a winning note, and they will be looking to build on their success from last season.
The New Season's Challenges
The Nerazzurri will be looking to defend their title as reigning Champions of Italy, and they will be facing a tough challenge from a number of other teams. However, if Inter can overcome their injury problems and perform to their full potential, they will be in a good position to challenge for the title.
The Road to Success
Inter have a talented squad, and they will be hoping to make a deep run in the Champions League. However, they will need to overcome their injury problems and perform to their full potential if they want to achieve their goals.
The Future of Inter Milan
Inter Milan is a club with a rich history and a bright future. They have a talented squad, and they will be looking to achieve great things in the years to come.
The Importance of Recovery
Inter will need to ensure that their injured players are given the time they need to recover properly. They cannot afford to rush any of them back into action, as this could lead to further injuries.
The Need for Depth
Inter will also need to ensure that they have enough depth in their squad to cope with the absence of key players. They will need to be able to rotate their squad and give their players a rest when needed.
The Importance of Teamwork
Inter will need to come together as a team if they want to overcome their injury problems. They will need to support each other and work together to achieve their goals.
A Challenging Season Ahead
The new season is going to be a challenging one for Inter Milan. They will need to overcome their injury problems, perform to their full potential, and work together as a team if they want to achieve their goals. However, if they can do all of these things, they will be in a good position to challenge for the title.
