Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 15 Aug 2026
Esposito set to partner Lautaro in Inter opener
Inter's season opener could see a new-look attack as Pio Esposito edges out Thuram for fitness.
Inter
team
Competition
Serie A
Fixture
Inter vs Monza, Aug 22
Key player
Lautaro Martinez
Potential starter
Francesco Pio Esposito
What happened. Inter are preparing for their Serie A opener against Monza, with Francesco Pio Esposito expected to partner Lautaro Martinez in attack due to superior fitness over Marcus Thuram.
- Pio Esposito leads Thuram in fitness after extra rest.
- Lautaro returned early and focused on fitness and nutrition.
- Inter kick off title defence on Lautaro's birthday.
Fitness will determine the starting lineup as Chivu's champions begin their title defence.
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