Inter Milan Star Returns From Injury Against Pisa But Coach Cristian Chivu Likely To Start Summer Signings Instead

Inter Milan travel to Pisa with Henrikh Mkhitaryan back from injury, but Cristian Chivu is still expected to start summer signing Petar Sucic in midfield.

The Armenian has recovered from the muscular problem suffered against Napoli and rejoined full training this week.

However, the coaching staff plan to manage his return with a second-half appearance rather than a starting role.

The in-form striker has been ruled out by a sudden flu, trimming Inter’s attacking depth and removing an option Chivu had planned to use from the bench.

The good news is that the issue is minor and Bonny should be available again for Wednesday’s Coppa Italia match against Venezia.

Pisa Vs Inter – Despite Mkhitaryan Return, Sucic To Start In Midfield

BERGAMO, ITALY – APRIL 27: Henrikh Mkhitaryan of FC Internazionale looks on before the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and US Lecce at Gewiss Stadium on April 27, 2025 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Whilst Mkhitaryan eases back in, Sucic remains favourite to start on the right side of midfield, as per FCInterNews.

Indeed, offering fresh legs and continuity after a strong recent run.

Another summer signing, Luis Henrique, is also expected to get the nod on the right flank.

Indeed, ahead of Carlos Augusto.

The Brazilian has impressed in training.

He could therefore bring more natural width in the ongoing absence of Denzel Dumfries and Matteo Darmian.

In defence, Francesco Acerbi is set to return at the heart of the back three.

This comes after Chivu experimented with Manuel Akanji in the middle against Atletico Madrid.

However, the coach tested multiple shapes and personnel in the final session, leaving the door open to late adjustments.

Youngsters Matteo Cocchi, Yvan Maye and goalkeeper Alan Taho have also been included in the travelling squad.