Inter Milan midfielder Davide Frattesi will reportedly return to the starting lineup in tonight’s Coppa Italia clash against Como.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCinterNews, the underperforming Italian star will play closest to the lone striker.

Cristian Chivu is ready to change formation amid the absence of Lautaro Martinez and Ange-Yoan Bonny.

Therefore, the runaway Serie A leaders are likely to line up in a 3-5-1-1 for the first time this season, with Francesco Pio Esposito expected to lead the line.

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MADRID, SPAIN – NOVEMBER 26: Davide Frattesi of FC Internazionale Milano in action 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 Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

With Marcus Thuram failing to find his form since returning from injury, Chivu prepares to bench the French striker.

As a result, Inter could play with one striker for the first time in years.

However, the new formation favors midfielders, especially those with attacking characteristics.

Davide Frattesi fits the bill, even though he has been unable to hit his stride under Chivu.

Still, the Romanian coach is willing to take a leap of faith and bring the former Sassuolo man to the starting lineup tonight.