Inter head into the international break with renewed defensive confidence and a familiar problem to solve. The 2-0 win over Como at San Siro, reported by Goal, extended a run of three clean sheets in four matches and lifted the side to second in Serie A, one point behind leaders Lazio with 28 points from 11 games. Cristian Chivu has found a defensive shape that works, repositioning Alessandro Bastoni as the central figure in a back three, a change analysed by Goal that has brought immediate stability after a shaky start to the season.

The injury picture, though, is complicated. Marcus Thuram, dominant in the win over Como, picked up a muscle problem and left the France squad early, according to Goal. The issue is described as muscular fatigue rather than a structural injury, and the expectation is that he will be fit to face Atalanta on November 22. Bonny is a more serious concern, sidelined for around a month with a hamstring problem, leaving Chivu short of attacking options until Lautaro Martinez completes his own return to fitness during the break.

Off the pitch, the Hakan Calhanoglu situation is growing more complex. His contract expires in June 2027 and talks have not produced an agreement, as Goal details. Como and Juventus are both monitoring the situation, and Turkish clubs remain interested. The next few weeks, with the squad on a break and the sporting director available to negotiate, may prove decisive for one of Inter's most important players.