Inter Milan head into Sunday’s Milan derby, which could be a chance to decide the title, with Christian Chivu picking his strongest line-up, with Pio Esposito and Hakan Calhanoglu both in the predicted line-up.
With Lautaro Martinez still sidelined, Esposito and Marcus Thuram continue to form an eye-catching partnership. According to Sky TV FCInter1908.
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Bonnie Has recovered from calf injury and is back on the bench as an option in the dugout.
Milan vs. Inter Milan – Calhanoglu serves as Regista, Bastoni returns from suspension
MILAN, ITALY – DECEMBER 6: Inter Milan’s Hakan Calhanoglu celebrates his team’s third goal during the Serie A match between Inter Milan and Como 1907 at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on December 6, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzani/Getty Images)
After playing minutes against Genoa and Como, Calhanoglu regained his role as a playmaker in the backcourt.
Meanwhile, Barrera and Zielinski formed a midfield trio.
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Bastoni Returned after suspension and appeared in the back three together with Bieseke and Akanji.
DiMarco and Luis Enrique continue to serve as full-backs.
A win at the San Siro would have made it almost impossible for Milan to win the Scudetto, and Chivu won’t take any chances with his selection.
Predicted Inter Milan eleven (3-5-2): Sommer; Bisek, Akanji, Bastoni; Luis Enrique, Barrera, Calhanoglu, Zielinski, Dimarco; Esposito, Thuram.