Alberto Gilardino will be without Juan Cuadrado for Sunday’s meeting with Inter, denying the Colombian a reunion against his former club.

The winger has suffered another setback, with a left biceps femoris injury ruling him out for several weeks at a crucial moment in Pisa’s season.

As reported by La Gazzetta dello Sport, Cuadrado’s absence creates a major headache for Gilardino ahead of two pivotal relegation clashes.

The 37-year-old is now expected to miss the home match against Parma on December 8 and the trip to Lecce four days later.

Indeed, fixtures that could shape the club’s survival prospects.

His experience and ability to carry the team up the pitch have been central to Pisa’s plans, making this latest injury particularly damaging.

Pisa Vs Inter – Cuadrado Reunion Off Table As Injuries Mount For Gilardino

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MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 19: Juan Cuadrado of FC Internazionale gestures during the Serie A TIM match between FC Internazionale and AC Monza at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on August 19, 2023 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

The situation worsens with several additional absences.

Fellow former Inter midfielder Ebenezer Akinsanmiro is also out, along with Lusuardi, Esteves and Stengs.

The only boost comes from the likely return of Marius Marin, who should be available after his recent spell on the sidelines.

For Inter, the focus will be on managing rotation and maintaining momentum, but the Nerazzurri will face a Pisa side forced into improvisation.

Cuadrado’s enforced absence removes one of the main threats on the flank and alters the tactical picture for Gilardino, who will need to reshape his wide areas once again.

The Colombian’s reunion will have to wait, and Pisa enter Sunday’s match carrying yet another unwelcome burden.