Inter Milan Trio Returning To Fitness Ahead Of River Plate Clash – But Five Players Still Missing

Originally posted on SempreInter.com | By Toni Weeler | Last updated Jun 23, 2025 11:52 AM ET

Inter Milan will still be missing five players in their Club World Cup group stage match against River Plate.

Sky Sport Italia, via FCInterNews, report that Yann Bisseck, Benjamin Pavard, Hakan Calhanoglu, Piotr Zielinski, and Mehdi Taremiwill all be absent.

Inter Milan take on River Plate in their final match of the Club World Cup group stage this week.

The Nerazzurri drew 1-1 with Monterrey in their first match of the group stage. Then, they beat Urawa Red Diamonds in a dramatic late comeback victory.

Inter only need a draw against River Plate to progress to the knockout rounds. However, things are still finely poised at this stage.

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Inter Milan Without Five Players Vs River Plate Due To Injury

According to Sky Sport Italia, Denzel Dumfries is already back in full training. Therefore, the Dutch international wingback will be available after missing the first two group matches.

Then, Sky report, the likes of Davide Frattesi and Marcus Thuram are close to returning. Therefore, they should be available.

However, Sky add, the likes of Yann Bisseck, Hakan Calhanoglu, and Piotr Zielinski will still be on the sidelines. They can only return from their injuries for the knockouts, should Inter reach them.

Similarly, Benjamin Pavard will miss that match against River. He suffered an aggravation of his ankle problem which caused him to pull out of the squad against Urawa Reds.

Lastly, Sky note, striker Mehdi Taremi is still stuck in Iran due to ongoing bombardment by Israel.

This article first appeared on SempreInter.com and was syndicated with permission.

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