Argentina Superstar To Start Roma Vs Inter Milan Serie A Clash Despite Late Return From International Break

Inter Milan captain Lautaro Martinez will, in all likelihood, lead the line in the upcoming Serie A showdown against fierce rivals Roma. 

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, El Toro will again return late from the international break.

Indeed, Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni has included the 28-year-old in his squad for friendlies against Venezuela and Puerto Rico.

Therefore, the ex-Racing Club striker will not return to Appiano Gentile before Thursday, October 16.

However, that’s less than 48 hours before Inter’s away Serie A clash against Roma.

Lautaro Martinez to Start in Roma vs Inter Milan Serie A Clash

MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 30: Lautaro Martinez of FC Internazionale celebrates after scoring their team’s first goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD2 match between FC Internazionale Milano and SK Slavia Praha at Stadio San Siro on September 30, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Despite his late return, Lautaro Martinez will likely spearhead Inter’s attack in the capital.

Indeed, the star center-forward has hit a purple patch, finding the net in three consecutive matches.

He was on the scoresheet on Saturday as the Nerazzurri trounced Cremonese 4-1 at San Siro.

Meanwhile, his partner, Marcus Thuram, had to remain on the sidelines due to a thigh injury.

Yet, the Frenchman could regain full fitness before Inter’s trip to Rome.

Otherwise, Cristian Chivu will have to choose between Ange-Yoan Bonny and Francesco Pio Esposito.