Inter Milan have been dealt a significant setback in their pursuit of silverware following news that Lautaro Martinez is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines. The Argentine striker suffered a muscle injury during the club's recent European outing and is expected to be unavailable for over a month.
The road to Madrid has begun with the league phase well under way - but which teams are currently looking in the best shape to go on and lift the European Cup?
Cristian Chivu did not hold back in his assessment of Inter's dramatic defeat, placing the burden of the result squarely on his own shoulders. Despite a spirited performance in flashes, the Italian giants were unable to contain a relentless Club Brugge side in front of a disappointed San Siro crowd.
Inter suffered a devastating 3-4 defeat at San Siro as a defensive implosion overshadowed a clinical double from Lautaro Martinez. Despite dominating possession and shot counts, Cristian Chivu's side were undone by the clinical finishing of Nicolo Tresoldi and a late winner from Romeo Vermant.
Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu insists money cannot buy European glory ahead of their Champions League home debut against Club Brugge. The Romanian boss urged his players to transform their dreams into responsibility at San Siro.
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