Italian media is converging on the anticipated Inter Milan lineup for their upcoming match against Sassuolo, with both Petar Sucic and Henrikh Mkhitaryan appearing to be certain starters. Reports from Tuttosport via FCInterNews suggest that manager Cristian Chivu will restore several key players to the starting eleven after making numerous changes during the recent Coppa Italia quarterfinal against Torino.
Piotr Zielinski is confirmed as the deep-lying playmaker, taking on a vital role in controlling the center of the pitch for Inter, who currently hold a five-point lead at the top of Serie A over cross-town rivals AC Milan.
The match is set to take place on Match Day 24 of the 2025/2026 Serie A season, kicking off at 18:00 CET at Mapei Stadium. In the buildup to the game, both Sucic and Mkhitaryan have edged ahead of Davide Frattesi in the selection polls for midfield spots. While Frattesi remains a strong option off the bench, the combination of Sucic and Mkhitaryan, who bring both balance and experience, seems preferred for the start.
Up front, the main uncertainty lies in who will partner with Lautaro Martinez. Currently, Marcus Thuram appears to have the upper hand, but Francesco Pio Esposito’s recent performances have kept him in the conversation for a starting role.
Chivu’s selection strategy reflects a desire for a balanced mix of structure and experience in the midfield, while also retaining youthful vigor in reserve. As Inter prepares for this crucial fixture, fans are hopeful that their team will secure yet another vital victory in their pursuit of the Serie A title.