Stones set for Inter debut as defence seeks solidity
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- TuttosportTier 1
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- Federico Masini
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Key points
- Stones to start for first time after three substitute appearances; Inter conceded no goals in those spells
- Chivu faces defensive puzzle with Acerbi and De Vrij departed; Pavard also available alongside Akanji and Bastoni
- Inter scout watched Cagliari's Paul Mendy (2007) and Alessandro Romano (2006) on Saturday with future signings in mind
AI summary
John Stones is ready for his Inter debut after arriving as a replacement for departed veterans Acerbi and De Vrij. The 32-year-old has made three substitute appearances—15 minutes against Monza, 22 against Cagliari and 45 at Real Madrid—and Inter conceded no goals in any of those spells, a notable contrast to their five goals shipped in four league games so far.
Stones was offered early in the summer but his wage demands exceeded €8 million until his representatives lowered expectations. Chivu will manage his workload carefully given recent muscle problems, but 25 quality appearances would match the output Inter sought. Meanwhile, the club's scouts are monitoring Cagliari's young talents Paul Mendy and Alessandro Romano for potential future recruitment.
Original headline
Inter, doppio colpo in prospettiva: osservatore a Bergamo per i gioielli del Cagliari
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