Luis Henrique to start on the right: Chivu surprises again against Como

After days of uncertainty between Diouf and Carlos Augusto, Cristian Chivu opts for a third option. Inter Milan prepare to face Fabregas’ Como with another tactical twist

Diouf would play. No, Carlos Augusto would start. And yet, between the two expected candidates, a third man emerges. 

According to information gathered by Fcinter1908, Luis Henrique is set to take the right-wing role for Inter Milan in the upcoming Serie A match against Cesc Fàbregas’ Como. 

Chivu’s unexpected choice reshapes Inter Milan’s wing dynamics

Another unexpected decision from Cristian Chivu, who continues to rotate and reshape his team with confidence.

The build-up to the match had been marked by uncertainty on the right flank. With both Dumfries and Darmian still unavailable, Chivu had alternated solutions in recent matches—first Diouf from the U23 squad, then Carlos Augusto adapted in the role. But the coach has decided to go in a different direction this time, rewarding Luis Henrique for his recent intensity and training performances.

The Brazilian will start wide on the right, offering more offensive thrust and one-on-one ability. 

It is a choice that signals Chivu’s willingness to keep opponents guessing and to exploit Luis Henrique’s pace against Como’s defensive structure.

In addition to this surprise, the rest of the lineup confirms the desire to field a strong and balanced XI after the Coppa Italia win. 

Yann Sommer returns between the posts, protected by a back three of Akanji, Acerbi and Bastoni. 

The midfield will be the classic high-quality blend: Barella, Calhanoglu and Zielinski, with the Polish midfielder favored again to complete the trio and guarantee creativity between the lines.

On the left flank, Federico Dimarco resumes his usual role, ready to push high and combine with the attacking duo. 

And upfront, the team returns to its most established pair: Lautaro Martínez and Marcus Thuram. 

The Argentine captain is chasing form and goals, while Thuram appears revitalized after his brace in the Coppa Italia and eager to build momentum.

These are Chivu’s expected choices, according to Fcinter1908:

Sommer – Akanji, Acerbi, Bastoni – Luis Henrique, Barella, Calhanoglu, Zielinski, Dimarco – Lautaro Martínez, Thuram.

Inter Milan arrive in good form, with confidence restored after recent wins and several players returning to peak condition. Chivu’s rotations have been frequent but effective, and the decision to start Luis Henrique is another sign of a coach unafraid to trust his squad depth and reward those showing the right attitude.