Cristian Chivu Eyes Convincing Inter Milan Response Against In-Form Lazio As Key Duo Wait On Late Calls

Six months on from the 2-2 draw with Lazio that derailed Inter Milan’s title charge, the two sides meet again at San Siro in contrasting but high-pressure circumstances as Cristian Chivu focuses on the return of Marcus Thuram.

Cristian Chivu is chasing a more convincing performance from his Inter side after back-to-back yet unconvincing wins over Verona and Kairat Almaty.

Meanwhile Maurizio Sarri’s Lazio arrive unbeaten in six and boasting four straight clean sheets: evidence of a side that has rediscovered its defensive edge.

According to La Repubblica, via FCInterNews, Chivu is considering restoring Francesco Acerbi to the starting lineup after three consecutive games on the bench.

However, the final call will come only after the last training session.

Inter Vs Lazio – Chivu Considers Thuram Return

MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 25: Marcus Thuram of FC Internazionale celebrates after scoring their team’s secon goal during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Torino FC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on August 25, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Further forward, Marcus Thuram is pushing for a return alongside Lautaro Martinez.

However, Ange-Yoan Bonny remains in contention.

In midfield, Hakan Calhanoglu returns to anchor the side, flanked by Nicolò Barella and Petar Sucic.

Meanwhile Davide Frattesi is once again likely to sit among the substitutes amid speculation over a possible January exit.

Sarri, meanwhile, is expected to stick with Boulaye Dia as his central striker, with veteran Pedro ready to feature off the bench, the same man who struck twice in this fixture last May.