Inter Milan made the decision to keep young forward Francesco Pio Esposito before the Club World Cup began.

According to reports from Sky Sport, via FCInter1908, the Nerazzurri had already decided on the starlet’s future prior to the reformatted tournament in the USA.

It was in this tournament that the youngster picked up his first minutes under new coach Cristian Chivu.

He impressed in the competition and is deservedly a part of Inter’s team this season.

Inter Milan Starlet Pio Esposito Praised After Champions League Debut

Francesco Pio Esposito Inter Milan
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – JUNE 30: Francesco Esposito #94 of FC Internazionale Milano arrives at the stadium prior to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 round of 16 match between FC Internazionale Milano and Fluminense FC at Bank of America Stadium on June 30, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Pio Esposito made his Champions League debut during the week in the 2-0 win over Ajax.

Chivu brought the Italian into the starting eleven due to back pain suffered by club captain Lautaro Martinez.

Whilst the Argentine is likely to return in tomorrow’s match against Sassuolo, Pio’s inclusion cannot be ruled out.

Sky’s reports claim that both the head coach and the upper management believe in the youngster’s potential.

Therefore, Chivu will give the youngster opportunities to make his mark on this side.