Inter Milan manages Marcus Thuram's fitness for season start

Inter Milan has clarified the absence of Marcus Thuram from the squad for the upcoming friendly against Real Betis. The club stated that his exclusion is not due to an injury, but rather a programmed and cautious management of his physical condition to ensure he reaches peak fitness for the official season start.

Thuram's preparation was previously delayed due to his commitments with the French national team. To avoid potential setbacks related to past calf issues, the technical staff and medical team have opted for a strategic approach. Instead of traveling for the friendly, the player will focus on personalized training sessions at the Appiano Gentile training center to bridge his athletic gap and integrate fully into the team's tactical mechanisms.