Report – Netherlands Wingback Returns To Inter Milan Starting XI Vs Barcelona After One Month | OneFootball

Inter Milan wingback Denzel Dumfries will be part of the starting lineup in tonight’s Champions League semi-final first leg against Barcelona.

According to Sky Sport Italia via FCInterNews, the Dutch star will take Matteo Darmian’s place on the right flank.

Simone Inzaghi had been without the 29-year-old for a month due to a hamstring injury.

However, the former PSV Eindhoven ace is back to full fitness after missing the quarter-finals against Bayern Munich.

Denzel Dumfries Back to Inter Milan Starting XI vs Barcelona

MILAN, ITALY – JANUARY 15: Denzel Dumfries of FC Internazionale in action during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Bologna FC at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on January 15, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Despite Dumfries’ absence, Inter got the better of the record-time Bundesliga champions in the previous knockout round.

Yet, Nerazzurri’s form has recently spiraled into chaos, with Inzaghi’s side slumping to three consecutive defeats.

Therefore, the Dutchman’s recovery could inspire confidence in the Inter manager’s corner.

Furthermore, there’s a good chance that Marcus Thuram will join forces with Lautaro Martinez in attack.

On the other hand, Benjamin Pavard will be the only high-profile absence in the traveling camp.

As such, Yann Bisseck will start alongside Alessandro Bastoni and Francesco Acerbi in the back three.