Inter Milan kicked off preparations for Saturday’s high-stakes Serie A showdown against arch-rivals Juventus today. 

According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, Cristian Chivu is facing a midfield dilemma ahead of this blockbuster clash.

The latest edition of the famous Derby d’Italia arrives at an opportune moment for the Nerazzurri.

Indeed, Chivu’s men have won their last five league matches, including a 5-0 demolition of Sassuolo on Sunday.

Therefore, they sit comfortably clear of runners-up AC Milan at the summit, heading into this potentially season-defining fixture.

Inter Milan Begin Preparations for Juventus Showdown

Piotr Zielinski Inter Milan
MADRID, SPAIN – NOVEMBER 26: Piotr Zielinski of FC Internazionale Milano runs with the ball during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD5 match between Atletico de Madrid and FC Internazionale Milano at Estadio Metropolitano on November 26, 2025 in Madrid, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

With momentum on their side, Inter will be out to avenge a gut-wrenching 4-3 defeat from September’s reverse fixture.

Furthermore, the Nerazzurri can draw further confidence from recent news from the treatment room.

Indeed, star midfielders Nicolo Barella and Hakan Calhanoglu are reportedly on the verge of recovery.

However, Cristian Chivu may not be willing to risk aggravating his standout duo’s condition straight away.

Therefore, Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Petar Sucic could start in midfield alongside the high-performing Piotr Zielinski.