Inter Milan midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan is reportedly at risk of missing Sunday night’s Serie A clash against Fiorentina.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the 37-year-old will undergo further checks to determine
Despite starting from the bench against Atalanta last weekend, Henrikh Mkhitaryan entered the fray at the start of the second half.
Indeed, he replaced Petar Sucic, who had a disappointing first half.
However, the former Arsenal, Manchester United, and Roma star picked up a muscle injury and is now likely to miss Inter’s trip to Tuscany.
Henrikh Mkhitaryan to Miss Fiorentina vs Inter Milan Clash
Mkhitaryan’s recovery may take a while, given his age.
Therefore, Cristian Chivu will likely have to find a suitable replacement for the Armenian veteran on Sunday.
After an unimpressive performance against Atalanta, Sucic’s chances of making another start have faded.
Instead, Piotr Zielinski could take Mkhitaryan’s place now that Hakan Calhanoglu is on the verge of recovery.
Indeed, the Turkish playmaker could be in contention this weekend after missing the last the last two Serie A games due to injury.
Sitting eight points clear of second-placed AC Milan, Inter could all but confirm their 21st Scudetto with a win at Artemio Franchi.