Inter Milan suffered a major injury blow during last night’s defeat at Bodo/Glimt, as Lautaro Martinez sustained a calf problem.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, El Toro’s withdrawal midway through the second half wasn’t the only setback.

Cristian Chivu had to take off his captain just after the hour mark, with Marcus Thuram taking his place.

However, the 45-year-old coach confirmed after the game that Lautaro Martinez suffered a ‘serious’ injury.

Therefore, his availability for next week’s return leg at San Siro is hanging in the balance.

Inter Milan Suffer Double Injury Blow vs Bodo/Glimt

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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)

Losing Lautaro at this critical juncture was the last thing Chivu needed.

Indeed, Inter had already been without Denzel Dumfries and Hakan Calhanoglu.

Furthermore, second-half substitute Piotr Zielinski picked up a knock but played through it until the final whistle.

Despite starting from the bench last night, the Polish star has become a crucial component of Chivu’s midfield.

Indeed, he has thrived in Calhanoglu’s absence, establishing himself as a cornerstone of Inter’s engine room.