Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi feels that it’s only natural for him to want to give Simone Inzaghi a selection dilemma.

Speaking to Italian broadcaster RAI Radio, via FCInterNews, the 23-year-old also suggested that he’s not yet at the level of a starter.

Frattesi was Italy’s shining light in a 2-1 win over Ukraine in yesterday evening’s EURO 2024 qualifier.

The 23-year-old scored both the Azzurri’s goals. And that was really only the tip of the iceberg as far as what Frattesi gave to the team.

Compared to the lineup that had drawn limply with North Macedonia in Luciano Spalletti’s first ever match as Italy coach, the team looked sharper, with more direct penetration.

Frattesi was the key player to this aspect.

The Inter midfielder brought physicality, pace, positional sense, and surging runs from deeper areas into midfield.

This was key to balancing the Azzurri’s midfield – including with his Inter teammate Nicolo Barella.

Davide Frattesi: “Normal” To Give Simone Inzaghi Selection Doubts

Now it’s over to Frattesi’s coach at club level, Simone Inzaghi.

What looks clear one way or another is that the Inter coach still is not going to start Frattesi in the derby against AC Milan on Saturday.

So far this season, the coach has relied on Henrikh Mkhitaryan in midfield. The Armenian’s experience and knowledge of the tactical system has meant that he has still held down his role.

Inzaghi’s plan looks to be clear. He’s beginning the season by relying on players he knows well and trusts, and then waiting to start giving summer signings their chances to start.

Frattesi has only played from the bench so far.

After Frattesi’s performance and brace against Ukraine, that may well change.

As far as whether he wants to give his coach a tough choice, Frattesi replied “That’s normal.”

“Then, it’s up to the coach to make his decisions.”

Frattesi also admitted that “I know I’m not quite up to the level to be a starter. But if I keep working hard, I can get there.”