Inter injury news: Calhanoglu optimism but concern for Acerbi

Inter will assess the injuries sustained by Hakan Calhanoglu and Francesco Acerbi on Thursday, with both players set to undergo medical tests following the 1-0 defeat to Liverpool.

The two Inter stars were both substituted off in the first half of the loss to Liverpool on Tuesday, suffering discomfort that set the tone for a disappointing night for the Nerazzurri.

According to Sky Sport, via FCInter1908, the early indications point to two different scenarios.

There is cautious optimism around Calhanoglu, with Inter hopeful the midfielder stopped in time and avoided a more serious muscular issue. The expectation is that his layoff could be relatively short, pending the outcome of tomorrow’s examinations.

Acerbi’s situation appears more concerning. The centre-back is thought to be facing a longer spell on the sidelines, although the exact extent of the problem will only be clear after the scheduled tests.

The veteran defender pulled up during the second half and immediately signalled to come off.

Inter remain on alert as they await clarity, particularly given the demanding schedule ahead for Cristian Chivu’s squad. The Nerazzurri face a run of fixtures across Serie A and Europe, and the potential absence of two key starters would represent a significant setback.