Lautaro Martinez is expected to lead the line for Inter Milan against Verona before finally being handed a rest in midweek against Kairat Almaty.
According to Corriere dello Sport, Cristian Chivu is planning to manage his captain’s workload carefully after a busy run of fixtures.
The Argentine has started each of the team’s last eight matches.
Indeed, including four since the international break.
But while he hasn’t shown signs of injury, fatigue is beginning to build.
Against Fiorentina, Lautaro looked short of his usual sharpness.
Therefore, prompting discussions about when to give him a breather.
Lautaro Set To Start For Inter At Verona Before Kairat Rest
With Marcus Thuram’s return still uncertain, Chivu is set to rely on Lautaro once more alongside Ange-Yoan Bonny and Francesco Pio Esposito.
The young Frenchman is likely to start after being benched last time out.
The Verona match remains a crucial one, especially with Milan facing Roma in a direct clash.
That makes the Champions League tie with Kairat Almaty the ideal opportunity for rotation.
It is seen as the least demanding fixture in Inter’s European group.
Thus, it could mark the first time Bonny and Esposito start together.
Therefore, allowing Lautaro a much-needed rest after weeks of relentless action.