Alessandro Bastoni has returned to group training and will travel with Inter Milan’s squad to Torino, but Cristian Chivu is unlikely to start the Italy defender as the club manage his fitness ahead of the Coppa Italia final.
According to the Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews, Bastoni trained with the group on Saturday despite a slight discomfort still persisting. Chivu does not want to take risks with the May 13th final against Lazio in mind.
Therefore, Akanji starts at centre of the back three.
Bisseck and Carlos Augusto complete the defensive unit.
Bastoni’s last Inter appearance came in the Coppa Italia first leg at Como.
Indeed, where the Sinigaglia crowd whistled him relentlessly.
Indeed, if he does feature from the bench today, the reaction of the Torino supporters will be worth watching.
Meanwhile, Chivu faces one remaining selection battle in midfield. Barella and Calhanoglu both start. The third spot is more open.
However, Sucic pushes hard, the Croatia midfielder scored the decisive goal in the Coppa Italia semi-final second leg and is full of confidence.
Mkhitaryan also remains an option. Furthermore, Sucic’s recent impact gives him a strong case to start.
Chivu must decide, and whoever gets the nod will know they have earned it.