Inter Milan are moving into the final stretch of derby preparations, with just a couple of sessions left before Cristian Chivu locks in his XI, with Yann Bisseck and Piotr Zielinski expected to feature in the coach’s side.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport, there are still three open selection calls, though all are now moving in a clear direction as Sunday approaches.

The biggest dilemma sits at the heart of defence.

Yann Bisseck has impressed in recent weeks and continues to gain traction as a central option.

Even if the experience of Francesco Acerbi remains a reliable alternative.

The decision will factor in pace on Milan’s left flank, where Christian Pulisic and Rafael Leao demand mobility and clean defensive reads.

Inter Vs Milan: Zielinski, Bisseck & Carlos Augusto Key Calls For Chivu

Piotr Zielinski Inter Milan
MILAN, ITALY – NOVEMBER 26: Piotr Zielinski of FC Internazionale looks on during the warm up prior to the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 League Phase MD5 match between FC Internazionale Milano and RB Leipzig at Stadio San Siro on November 26, 2024 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

On the right, Carlos Augusto is expected to step in with Denzel Dumfries and Matteo Darmian both out.

The Brazilian has trained on his weaker side and is viewed as the key tactical gamble of the match.

Dumfries will not be called up and is instead working separately at Appiano.

This is in a bid to recover in time for Wednesday’s Champions League trip to Atletico Madrid.

In midfield, Piotr Zielinski holds a slight advantage over Luka Sucic.

The Pole’s form has improved in recent matches.

Indeed, giving him the edge in a role that will shape Inter’s attempted control through the centre.

Probable Inter (3-5-2): Sommer; Akanji, Bisseck, Bastoni; Carlos Augusto, Barella, Calhanoglu, Zielinski, Dimarco; Lautaro, Thuram.