Mehdi Taremi has never been able to hit the ground running since swapping Porto for Inter Milan last summer.

According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, there’s an ominous reason behind the Iran international’s struggles at the San Siro.

Despite playing understudy to Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram, Taremi has often failed to impress on the field.

Indeed, the 32-year-old has only netted three goals across 34 competitive appearances for the Nerazzurri.

Furthermore, he has scored just one goal in Serie A, converting a spot-kick against Lecce in January.

Inter Milan Reveal Real Reason Behind Mehdi Taremi Struggles

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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – JANUARY 06: Mehdi Taremi of FC Internazionale celebrates scoring his team’s second goal during the Italian Super Cup Final between FC Internazionale and AC Milan at Kingdom Arena on January 06, 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Abdullah Ahmed/Getty Images)

‘Pubalgia’ – a niggling groin pain has tormented the ex-Porto star for most of the campaign.

Indeed, it seems like Taremi has been playing under painkillers for a large chunk of the season.

However, he looks to have overcome his fitness problems.

Simone Inzaghi needs Taremi at his best now that he cannot call upon El Toro’s services due to injury.

Therefore, the Iranian ace should start for Inter against Udinese next weekend.