Star wingback Denzel Dumfries is likely to miss Sunday’s mouth-watering Serie A showdown between Inter and AC Milan.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, ‘it would be a miracle’ to see the 29-year-old ready for the upcoming clash.

Denzel Dumfries suffered an ankle injury while on international duty with the Netherlands last week.

Therefore, he returned to Appiano Gentile midway through the international break, hoping to recover for this iconic fixture.

However, Cristian Chivu will likely be without his starting wingback on Sunday.

Denzel Dumfries Set to Miss Inter vs AC Milan Clash

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MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 31: Denzel Dumfries of Internazionale looks on prior to the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Udinese Calcio at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on August 31, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Despite his best efforts, Dumfries has failed to overcome the problem.

Indeed, his absence now looks like a virtual certainty, leaving Chivu with a decision to make.

Dumfries has been indispensable on the right wing, and replacing him won’t be a simple task.

Furthermore, Luis Henrique has already fallen out of favor with Chivu, while Matteo Darmian has just returned from a lengthy spell on the sidelines.

As a result, Carlos Augusto is the likeliest candidate to fill Dumfries’ shoes this weekend.