Inter face Napoli at San Siro with Cristian Chivu ready to trust Yann Bisseck and Piotr Zielinski, leaving experienced figures on the bench for the top-of-the-table clash.According to La Gazzetta dell...
Inter face Napoli at San Siro with Cristian Chivu ready to trust Yann Bisseck and Piotr Zielinski, leaving experienced figures on the bench for the top-of-the-table clash.
According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Inter coach has effectively finalised his starting XI for the showdown.
In front of Yann Sommer, Chivu is set to deploy a back three made up of Bisseck, Manuel Akanji and Alessandro Bastoni.
The German defender is currently favoured over Francesco Acerbi, who would otherwise be asked to operate as the central centre-back.
Inter Vs Napoli – Chivu Favours Zielinski & Bisseck
BARI, ITALY – AUGUST 16: Yann Aurel Bisseck of Inter during Pre-Season Friendly match between FC Internazionale and Olympiacos FC at Stadio San Nicola on August 16, 2025 in Bari, Italy. (Photo by Maurizio Lagana/Getty Images)
In midfield, Zielinski is expected to get the nod over Henrikh Mkhitaryan.
Therefore, the Polish international is set to line up alongside Hakan Calhanoglu and Nicolò Barella.
Indeed, continuing his recent run of strong performances under Chivu.
There are no surprises on the flanks.
Luis Henrique is confirmed on the right, with Federico Dimarco on the opposite side.
Up front, the trusted partnership of Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez returns to lead the line.
Indeed, as Inter look to make a statement against Antonio Conte’s Napoli.
Therefore, the selections underline Chivu’s willingness to reward form and energy.
Even at the expense of senior figures, for a match that could have a major impact on the Scudetto race.
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