Inter Milan have been dealt a significant blow ahead of Saturday’s trip to Como, with Lautaro Martinez picking up a muscle injury just days after his stunning return to action against Roma.

The Argentina captain scored twice on his comeback from a previous calf problem on Easter Sunday.

Indeed, only to suffer a fresh setback in training this week.

Como Vs Inter Milan – Lautaro Martinez To Miss Class Through Injury

Inter confirmed the news through an official club statement after Lautaro underwent tests at the Humanitas Institute in Rozzano.

“The examinations revealed a mild muscle strain in his left calf,” the club said. “The Argentine striker’s condition will be reassessed in the coming days.”

Lautaro is certain to miss the Como fixture.

Whether the injury keeps him out beyond that remains to be determined in the days ahead.

Indeed, an anxious wait for both the player and Cristian Chivu as the Scudetto run-in enters its most critical phase.

Therefore, the news is a painful reminder of the fine margins Inter are navigating.

Having waited more than five weeks for Lautaro’s return, the Nerazzurri now face losing him again at precisely the moment his presence matters most.

Meanwhile, Pio Esposito and Marcus Thuram will again be asked to carry the attacking burden at the Sinigaglia.