Cristian Chivu is expected to rotate his Inter Milan lineup for Sunday’s Serie A clash with Hellas Verona, as the coach manages his squad ahead of a demanding run of fixtures, with Nicolo Barella potentially replacing Hakan Calhanoglu in the regista role.

According to Sport Mediaset, via FCInterNews, Calhanoglu is in line for a rest after his influential display against Fiorentina.

The Turkish star scored twice in midweek.

In his place, Nicolò Barella could operate in the regista role, supported by Petar Sucic and Piotr Zielinski on either side.

Indeed, a combination designed to maintain energy and creativity in midfield.

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Hakan Calhanoglu Inter Milan
MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 29: Hakan Calhanoglu of FC Internazionale celebrates after scoring their team’s third goal during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and ACF Fiorentina at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on October 29, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

On the left flank, Carlos Augusto is expected to feature from the start, replacing Federico Dimarco as wing-back.

However, he could shift into the back three if Alessandro Bastoni is the one rested.

At centre-back, Stefan de Vrij is pushing for a recall.

Meanwhile, Manuel Akanji looks set to keep his place on the right.

In attack, Ange-Yoan Bonny remains the frontrunner to partner Lautaro Martinez.

Meanwhile, Marcus Thuram may return to the bench after recovering from injury.

Chivu’s tweaks are aimed at preserving balance and freshness across the team.

Especially as Inter look to maintain momentum heading into the Champions League.