As the 10th round of Serie A concludes, Italian clubs competing in European fixtures face mounting roster pressure, with extensive injury lists forcing dramatic tactical adjustments across multiple squads, according to reports from SOS Fanta.
Inter Milan Faces Feyenoord Without Bastoni
Inter Milan travels to face Feyenoord in the UEFA Champions League following a derby defeat, leaving manager Chivu to finalize his lineup amid defensive absences. With Alessandro Bastoni suspended, a defensive trio of Yann Bisseck, Manuel Akanji, and Carlos Augusto is expected to line up in front of goalkeeper Martinez. The midfield remains fluid, though Nicolò Barella, Hakan Çalhanoğlu, and Piotr Zieliński sit in pole position, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Luka Sučić pushing for inclusion. Federico Dimarco holds the left flank, while on the right, Diouf is slated for a rest, leaving Spence in pole position. Up front, Marcus Thuram and Pio Esposito are prepared to start as a partnership, with Bonny initially on the bench.
Manchester United Test for Gasperini’s Roma
At Old Trafford, Gasperini’s Roma prepares for a high-stakes European test against Manchester United. Gianluca Mancini, Evan Ndicka, and Mario Hermoso form the expected central defensive unit, with Balerdi initially slated for the bench. Cristante and De Roon anchor the midfield, accompanied by Wesley on the left flank. The primary formation question centers on the right wing, where Lulli and Molina are locked in a head-to-head battle. In attack, Malen is ready to lead the line alongside Soulé, while Pisilli holds an advantage over Mora for the remaining supporting role, though Mora’s recent growth keeps the decision open for the coaching staff.
Juventus Grapples With Europa League Emergency
Juventus is managing an extensive infirmary ahead of its UEFA Europa League fixture against AZ Alkmaar, with La Gazzetta dello Sport reporting between 11 and 12 players unavailable due to injury or exclusion from the European squad list. Weston McKennie was forced off at halftime against Napoli due to adductor discomfort, though morning assessments provided more encouraging signs. With the trip to the Netherlands approaching rapidly, the American remains doubtful and will test his condition prior to departure with the goal of making the bench. Juan Cabal and Kerim Alajbegovic experienced positive recoveries from muscle discomfort and a knee contusion, respectively, and will be available to Spalletti, who must decide whether to deploy them from the opening whistle or rest them initially.
Napoli Deploying a B-Team Setup in Porto
Allegri faces a total emergency at Napoli with 10 players unavailable for Wednesday’s Champions League match against Porto, as outlined by Corriere dello Sport. Di Lorenzo and Olivera returned to Naples after picking up muscular strains against Juventus, while De Bruyne traveled despite a left ankle issue sustained at the Stadium. Milinkovic-Savic and Hojlund trained separately following bouts of overload and influenza. Without a single specialist full-back available on either flank, a 3-5-2 system appears likely, featuring Meret in goal behind Beukema, Rrahmani, and Rafa Marin, with Anguissa, Gilmour, and McTominay in midfield, and Politano alongside Lang operating on the flanks alongside Giovane or Lucca partnering Hojlund.
Antonio Raimondo Faces Long-Term Absence
Antonio Raimondo has suffered a serious left ankle injury that halts his run as a Serie A top scorer with eight goals. Medical examinations revealed a «lesione multilegamentosa contusivo-distorsiva». La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that the Ravenna-born forward has already begun rehabilitation, though a precise recovery timeline remains undetermined and depends on clinical progress. Initial projections suggest an absence of at least one and a half to two months, effectively ending his immediate prospects of a national team call-up. Raimondo will miss fixtures through November and targets a potential return in the latter half of December, or early next year depending on his ankle’s response.
Bologna Targets Parma Derby With Returning Forwards
Bologna returns to training at the Galli center following two days of rest granted by Raffaele Palladino after the third victory. Preparations now center on the Tardini for the derby against Parma, where the coaching staff expects to strengthen the squad with returning players from the medical room. Roberto Piccoli and Jay Enem are close to receiving clearance to rejoin the group, whereas Lorenzo De Silvestri remains doubtful to feature before the upcoming break. Meanwhile, Riccardo Orsolini, who resumed group training last week, is targeting a return to the starting lineup.
Cagliari Loses Alieu Fadera
Cagliari will be without Alieu Fadera for approximately two weeks following a right thigh flexor strain sustained at the Olimpico against Roma, according to Corriere dello Sport. The absence leaves Fabio Pisacane with one fewer attacking option ahead of the upcoming fixture against Frosinone.
