Ajax 0-2 Inter Milan: France Star Striker A ‘Specialist’ But Italy Megastar Continues To Falter

Nicolo Barella was merely a shadow of his former self against Juventus last weekend.

However, Chivu decided against dropping him out of his starting line-up.

Unfortunately, the diminutive midfielder offered no improvement on his performance in Turin.

Indeed, the ex-Cagliari star lacked energy and composure in critical moments.

Despite improving slightly after the break, it was not one of his best showings in the Nerazzurri shirt.

On the other hand, Stefan de Vrij was superb in his first competitive start under Chivu.

Indeed, he forged a wall in front of Yann Sommer’s goal alongside Alessandro Bastoni and Manuel Akanji.