Inter Milan striker Marko Arnautovic could get his second start in a row against Lecce due to the injury of Lautaro Martinez.

The Nerazzurri were dealt with a blow as their captain sustained a muscle strain during the Coppa Italia tie against Bologna on Wednesday.

The Argentine will likely miss next weekend’s fixture against Genoa as well. He will try to make his return to the pitch when the Nerazzurri host Hellas Verona on January 6th.

In the meantime, Simone Inzaghi will have to come up with a solution for his undesired dilemma.

According to Sky Sport Italia via FcInterNews, the coach will entrust Arnautovic with a starting role alongside Marcus Thuram.

This would be the Austrian’s first Serie A start of the season after making 10 appearances off the bench.

The 34-year-old spearheaded the lineup against his former club Bologna in the Coppa Italia in midweek but couldn’t quite impress.

The encounter ended with the Nerazzurri’s elimination from the Round of 16 with the Rossoblu completing a stunning late comeback in extra time.

The source also expects Alexis Sanchez to overcome a slight knock to make his return to the squad. However, the Chilean is unlikely to be in the starting lineup.

Marko Arnautovic Likely To Start Upfront In Inter Milan Clash Vs Lecce

Elsewhere, Sky tips Inzaghi to unleash his strongest midfield department. So we can expect Hakan Calhanaglu to play in between Nicolo Barella and Henrikh Mkhitaryan.

At the back, Stefan de Vrij should make his return from injury. The Dutchman sustained a knock during the 3-0 victory over Napoli earlier this month.

However, the former Lazio defender will only be fit enough for a spot on the bench.