The Derby della Madonnina will witness a host of interesting duels, including one between Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez and AC Milan veteran Simon Kjaer.
As we reported yesterday, the Rossoneri will miss the services of Pierre Kalulu through injury. The French defender is unlikely to recover in time for the big showdown.
With Fikayo Tomori having to serve a suspension, Milan manager Stefano Pioli has no other choice but to rely on Kjaer alongside Malick Thiaw at the back.
As Tuttosport via FcInterNews explains. Kjaer will have a daunting task ahead of him in the shape of Lautaro Martinez.
The Argentine has been sensational for the Nerazzurri in recent Derbies. Therefore, Kjaer will try to avenge his club which suffered great woes at the hands of Lautaro.
The Dane is one of the most experienced players in Serie A. However, his physical condition has been shaky since his return from an ACL injury suffered a year and a half ago.
AC Milan Defender Simon Kjaer Will Have A Tough Task Ahead Of Him; He’ll Be Marking Inter Milan Captain Lautaro Martinez
Nevertheless, the 34-year-old remains an important figure for the Rossoneri in the dressing room. So he’ll be looking to inspire his teammates with his presence on the pitch.
Aside from the duel between Lautaro Martinez and Kjaer, the source also mentions an interesting battle on the flank between two Italy teammates.
Inter Milan’s Federico Dimarco and AC Milan’s Davide Calabria have been rivals since their youth days. This will be another chance to reignite their eternal duel.
