Inter Milan Boss Sets Timetable For Turkey Superstar Return From Injury: “Between Thursday & Friday” | OneFootball

Simone Inzaghi offered a significant fitness update on Hakan Calhanoglu ahead of Inter Milan’s home match against Monaco.

During his pre-match talk with Sky Sport via FCInterNews, Inzaghi discussed the seriousness of tomorrow’s clash.

Hakan Calhanoglu has been on the sidelines since succumbing to a muscle injury in the Supercoppa Italiana final.

Indeed, the Turkish playmaker was unavailable for selection in Inter’s last five outings across all competitions.

Despite his absence, Inzaghi’s men have gone from strength to strength.

The Nerazzurri claimed four wins and a draw in that sequence, including a 2-1 win at Sparta Prague last week.

As a result, they only need a point against Monaco to progress into the Round of 16 automatically.

“Monaco is a quality team with excellent offensive players,” Inzaghi explained.

“We’ll need to play a great match. So far, we’ve done well in Europe, and now our goal is to secure qualification tomorrow night.

“The opportunity is there, and we know this is a crucial step.”

Inter Milan Boss Simone Inzaghi Delivers Fitness Update on Hakan Calhanoglu

Calhanoglu’s absence is a substantial blow for Simone Inzaghi.

However, the 30-year-old could return to fitness for Sunday’s mouth-watering Serie A clash against AC Milan.

MILAN, ITALY – DECEMBER 09: Hakan Calhanoglu of FC Internazionale celebrates after scoring their team’s first goal during the Serie A TIM match between FC Internazionale and Udinese Calcio at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on December 09, 2023 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

“Tomorrow, he, Acerbi, and Correa – who is not on the list – will not be available.

“There’s a chance we could have Hakan back between Thursday and Friday. We’ll see if he’s ready for Sunday.”

Meanwhile, Inzaghi discussed the possibility of fielding Marko Arnautovic from the first minute against Monaco.

Furthermore, he opened up on Mehdi Taremi’s minor fitness problem.

“Taremi had a minor issue from the Lecce game this morning,” Inzaghi added.

“He trained in the gym yesterday and today but didn’t go out on the pitch.

“We’ll evaluate tomorrow, and there’s a good chance he’ll be available. Arnautovic is doing well; he trained well both yesterday and today.

“Tomorrow, I’ll assess all positions – we know how many matches we’ve had, and full focus will be required.”