Marcus Thuram will not feature for Inter Milan in their upcoming Serie A match against Verona, set for Sunday at 11:30 GMT at the Stadio Bentegodi. The French attacker has been out of action for nearly a month due to a muscular injury that has taken longer than anticipated to heal.
Although he recently resumed group training sessions, head coach Cristian Chivu has chosen not to include him in the travelling squad. The Inter staff prefer to allow Thuram more time to regain full match fitness rather than risk a relapse.
His comeback is now being targeted for Wednesday evening’s Champions League tie at San Siro against Kairat, where he could make his long-awaited return to the pitch.
Inter’s recent form and squad adjustments
The Nerazzurri enter the weekend in strong spirits after their convincing 3-0 victory over Fiorentina midweek, which reaffirmed their position near the top of the Serie A table. That match saw several squad rotations, and Chivu may opt for a similar approach in Verona as he manages workloads ahead of a busy November schedule.
Thuram’s continued absence means Lautaro Martínez and Marko Arnautović are expected to lead the attack once again, while youngsters could feature on the bench to provide attacking depth.
Martinez returns after road tragedy
Goalkeeper Josep Martinez has rejoined the group after missing the Fiorentina game. His absence followed a deeply distressing event earlier in the week, when he was involved in a traffic accident that resulted in a fatality.
According to reports, an 81-year-old man driving a four-wheeled mobility scooter unexpectedly veered into Martinez’s lane, causing a collision that led to the man’s death. Witnesses told police that the victim, named Paolo Saibene, appeared to have suffered a medical issue moments before the impact.
Investigation and support
As required by law, Martinez remains under investigation for vehicular manslaughter, though early witness statements indicate the elderly man’s sudden manoeuvre was the main cause of the incident. The Inter goalkeeper has cooperated fully with authorities during the inquiry.
The club has arranged psychological assistance for Martinez, who continues to receive strong support from his teammates and staff as he recovers emotionally from the traumatic event. His return to the matchday squad signals a gradual step back toward normality.
