Inter Milan veteran Matteo Darmian is reportedly back to full fitness ahead of Sunday’s Serie A showdown against AC Milan.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNewsCristian Chivu expects the versatile defender to return to full training today.
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Matteo Darmian has been out since late September when he injured his hamstring against Slavia Prague.
However, the 35-year-old has timed his recovery perfectly, making himself available for the upcoming Milan derby.
Matteo Darmian recovers for Inter vs AC Milan clash
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 25: Matteo Darmian #36 of FC Internazionale Milano walks on the field before the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Group E match between FC Internazionale Milano and CA River Plate at Lumen Field on June 25, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)
While Luis Henrique fell out of favor with Chivu, Darmian’s recovery could not have come at a more opportune time for Inter.
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Always, Denzel Dumfries remains Chivu’s first option on the right wing and will, in all likelihood, start on Sunday.
However, the 29-year-old suffered a slight fitness problem during the November international break.
Dutch boss Ronald Koeman therefore allowed him to return to San Siro and work on his recovery.
If Dumfries fails to resolve the issue in time, Darmian could be thrown straight back into the starting lineup.
Meanwhile, Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Raffaele Di Gennaro and Tomas Palacios remain in the treatment room.
