Inter vs Milan will see Carlos Augusto step in for the injured Denzel Dumfries, with the Brazilian expected to start on the right in Sunday’s derby.

The Nerazzurri have ruled Dumfries out of the match, and the wing-back is now focused on recovering in time for Wednesday’s Champions League trip to Madrid.

According to the Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews, Inter will still attempt to get Dumfries on the plane for Europe, but his condition remains uncertain.

Matteo Darmian is also unavailable, leaving Chivu with only two realistic options on the right.

At the moment, Augusto is ahead of compatriot Luis Henrique, who has yet to convince the staff that he is ready for his first derby start.

Inter Vs Milan – After Augusto-Dumfries, Key Decisions For Acerbi & Sucic

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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)

Akanji’s return completes the defensive picture, with the Swiss defender set to start.

Meanwhile the final decision in the middle of the back three remains between Francesco Acerbi and Yann Bisseck.

The choice will determine Inter’s height of the defensive line.

Bisseck offers more aggression.

Meanwhile, Acerbi giving greater depth against Milan’s pace.

Another battle remains in midfield, where Luka Sucic still holds a narrow lead over Piotr Zielinski for the left-central role.

The Croatian is slightly ahead based on recent training performances.

However, Chivu will make his final decision after the remaining sessions.

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