Stefan de Vrij and Davide Frattesi are reportedly in contention to start in Inter Milan’s home clash against Kairat Almaty tomorrow night.

According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, Cristian Chivu is considering putting the Dutch center-back at the heart of his defense.

Favored over Francesco Acerbi, De Vrij may get a chance to atone for his sub-standard performance against Royale Union SG.

Despite making two Champions League starts this season, the 33-year-old failed to impress in Belgium last time out.

Therefore, Chivu took him off at halftime.

De Vrij & Frattesi to Start in Inter Milan vs Kairat Almaty Clash

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MILAN, ITALY – MARCH 30: Davide Frattesi of FC Internazionale celebrates after scoring their team’s secon goal during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Udinese Calcio at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on March 30, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

In addition to De Vrij, Carlos Augusto could dislodge Alessandro Bastoni from the starting lineup, with Yann Bisseck expected to start on the right.

Furthermore, Chivu is contemplating several midfield tweaks, with Hakan Calhanoglu set to get some rest.

As such, Nicolo Barella will likely operate as a deep-lying playmaker, which could open space for Frattesi’s return to the starting XI.

After scoring a stunning volley against Hellas Verona, Piotr Zielinski cemented his place in the middle of the park.