Stefan de Vrij has suffered an injury, dealing a significant blow to Simone Inzaghi’s plans.
Inter Milan has released an official statement regarding the defender’s condition following his setback at the end of the match against Al Ittihad.
The club’s medical team provided updates on de Vrij’s status and the implications for the upcoming Serie A season.
“Stefan de Vrij has experienced a setback,” the club’s official communication reads.
The injury occurred towards the closing stages of the friendly match, putting the start of his Serie A campaign in jeopardy.
Inter’s statement also emphasised the importance of his role in the squad, hinting at a possible adjustment in tactics by Inzaghi.
The club wished the 31-year-old a swift recovery, hoping to see him back on the pitch as soon as possible.
Further assessments will determine the exact recovery timeline for the Dutch defender, and Inter fans are eager for positive news as the new season approaches.
Inzaghi now faces the challenge of re-strategising without one of his key defenders, a situation that will undoubtedly test Inter’s depth and adaptability.