Inter Milan injury boost: Thuram and Frattesi return ahead of round of 16 clash vs Fluminense

Thuram and Frattesi are back in training and will be available for Inter Milan’s round of 16 match against Fluminense on Tuesday

Good news for Chivu from the medical staff. Both the striker and the midfielder are expected to recover in time for the clash against the Brazilians.

Step by step, Chivu is getting all his key players back. After defeating River Plate 2–0 and topping the group, Inter Milan is now preparing for the round of 16 match against Fluminense, scheduled for Tuesday at 9 PM.

The head coach could have reasons to smile, thanks to the updates from the treatment room. “A 15-degree temperature swing compared to Seattle: Inter Milan has encountered sweltering heat and extreme humidity in North Carolina. 

The first day in Charlotte was a rest day for the team—Chivu made that call, emphasizing the importance of recovery between matches,” wrote La Gazzetta dello Sport via Fcinter1908.

Thuram and Frattesi back in full training ahead of Fluminense game

“Still, not everyone rested. Thuram and Frattesi took to the training pitch,” the paper adds. The two players, recently recovering from injury, had the chance to test out Charlotte FC’s facilities—Inter Milan is currently hosted by the MLS club.

Both the striker and the midfielder will be available to Chivu for Monday’s match against Fluminense. 

Thuram’s return is especially significant in a forward line that had been hit by injuries, particularly with Taremi unavailable.

That said, Inter Milan's starting attacking duo is not expected to change—Lautaro will once again be joined by Pio Esposito up front.