Nicolo Barella will likely start in tonight’s match between Sparta Prague and Inter Milan ahead of Davide Frattesi.
According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the ex-Cagliari midfielder should keep his place in the starting XI.
Despite fears over potential fatigue problems, Simone Inzaghi needs his talismanic midfielder in Prague.
With Inter on the verge of nailing a coveted top-eight finish, the Nerazzurri boss is reluctant to mix things up.
Indeed, the reigning Serie A champions will come to Sparta at full bore.
In addition to Barella, Inzaghi will field his formidable attacking duo at the epet Arena.
Marcus Thuram will take Mehdi Taremi’s place in the final third alongside Lautaro Martinez.
Nicolo Barella Favorite to Start in Sparta vs Inter Clash Ahead of Frattesi
Barella is one yellow card away from suspension.
It would see him miss out on the final league-phase encounter against Monaco.
However, Inzaghi is willing to take that risk, knowing a win in Prague would almost seal Inter’s automatic last-16 qualification.
Therefore, Frattesi will likely have to settle for another cameo appearance off the bench.
Indeed, Inzaghi opts for experience and continuity for this pivotal fixture as Inter bid to bounce back from a Bayer Leverkusen heartache.