The results from Joao Miranda medical examinations at the Humanitas Research Hospital of Rozzano revealed that the Brazilian defender must sit out at least one match for the Nerazzurri.

The examination showed an elongation of the adductors of his left thigh. Personalized workouts will follow for the Brazilian defender, whose conditions will be re-evaluated in the coming days. His absence on Saturday evening at Marassi was almost certain, to get a better understanding of how long he will be out for.

Joao Miranda played only 45 minutes in Inter’s last match against Bologna. He was substituted out for Lisandro Lopez who made his debut in the Inter jersey. Inter went on to end their winless streak, beating Bologna 2-1. Former Inter striker, Rodrigo Palacio capitalized on an error from Miranda before he was substituted off. Eder and Karamoh scored the two goals for Inter.

Joao Miranda has appeared in 21 games this season, starting in all of them. He has received 5 yellow cards in the process.