Lautaro Martinez will not take part in Inter Milan's match against Verona
It is likely that Lautaro would not have started as a striker but he would have been a valuable option off the bench if needed
Lautaro Martinez will not take part in Inter Milan's match against Verona at the Bentegodi, scheduled for today at 15:00 CEST (14:00 local time).
The reason
According to reports from FCInter1908.it, the Nerazzurri striker has already returned to Milan due to a fever that has affected him in recent hours, making him unavailable for the crucial match against Zanetti's team.
It is likely that Lautaro would not have started as a striker (with Correa and Thuram favored), but he would have been a valuable option off the bench if needed.
While it’s true he was unlikely to start against Verona—given the strong form of both Joaquin Correa and Marcus Thuram up front—it’s still an important blow to Inter Milan’s attacking depth.
Inzaghi and his staff have therefore sent him home so that the Argentine can rest and be fully fit for the upcoming Champions League match against Leipzig. This is another unexpected absence for Inter Milan.
This approach is probably aimed at having him in optimal condition for the upcoming Champions League match against RB Leipzig, where his experience and presence would be crucial.