Lautaro Martinez Set to Start Against Cagliari After Injury

MILAN, Italy — Lautaro Martinez is expected to start for Inter Milan against Cagliari on September 27, 2025, following a recovery from a back injury. Martinez had been sidelined, but doctors cleared him for action ahead of the match.

In defense, coach Simone Inzaghi is likely to place Stefan de Vrij and Manuel Akanji in the lineup. Meanwhile, on Cagliari’s side, Andrea Belotti and Sebastiano Esposito have been confirmed to start.

Today is also significant for Massimo Moratti, the former president of Inter, who returns home after spending over a month in the hospital due to severe pneumonia. The 80-year-old was admitted to the Intensive Care Unit at Humanitas Hospital in Rozzano on August 26. After being extubated, he began physical and respiratory rehabilitation.

Doctors have deemed that Moratti can now return home. However, he is advised to avoid excessive effort. Moratti is expected to watch tonight’s match from home, having kept track of Inter’s recent games while in the hospital.

This match against Cagliari represents a chance for Inter to continue their strong campaign in Serie A. Fans are eager to see how Martinez performs after his injury break.