Inter Milan is grappling with a midfield crisis ahead of their crucial match against Bologna, as both Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Hakan Calhanoglu are unlikely to be available for selection. While Mkhitaryan’s injury is not severe and he could return to training later this week, Calhanoglu’s situation has raised more significant concerns.
Calciomercato report how, Initially sidelined due to a minor adductor issue sustained during the Supercoppa Italiana, Calhanoglu has now developed a calf problem, specifically a slight strain to the soleus muscle in his right leg. This new injury was confirmed after he underwent tests at the Humanitas Clinical Institute. The club has indicated that further evaluations will be necessary in the coming days to assess his recovery timeline.
With Calhanoglu’s absence looming, coach Simone Inzaghi faces difficult decisions regarding his lineup against Bologna. Plans to rest Nicolò Barella have been complicated by the dual injuries, forcing Inzaghi to consider untested combinations in midfield. The team may have to rely on younger players or less experienced options to fill the gaps left by their key midfielders.
