Henrikh Mkhitaryan is currently ahead of Piotr Zielinski in the midfield selection battle ahead of tonight’s Serie A clash between Inter Milan and Bologna.
According to Sky Sport, the Armenian is set to narrowly pip the Polish midfielder to a place in the XI.
If confirmed, it would be the only change from the expected starting XI and from the lineup fielded by Cristian Chivu in the recent win away at Atalanta.
The Armenian’s experience and tactical reliability currently give him the edge.
Zielinski Faces Bench As Inter Coach Chivu Puts Faith In Mkhitaryan Against Bologna
Indeed, with Zielinski likely to start on the bench despite his strong recent performances.
There is also a minor question mark in attack.
Francesco Pio Esposito remains an option to start, after his positive impact in Bergamo.
However, Marcus Thuram is still considered the favourite to partner Lautaro Martinez from the first minute.
Chivu is expected to otherwise stick with continuity as Inter look to start the new year strongly.
Indeed and finally overcome a Bologna side that has caused problems for the Nerazzurri in recent meetings.