Como Vs Inter Milan – Shortage Of Fit Strikers Forces Cristian Chivu To Change Formation

Inter Milan will reportedly face Como in the first leg of their Coppa Italia semi-final tie in a different formation.

According to FCInterNews, a shortage of reliable center-forward options has forced Cristian Chivu to alter his usual setup.

The Nerazzurri lost Lautaro Martinez to a calf injury in their away loss to Bodo/Glimt in the Champions League.

Furthermore, Ange-Yoan Bonny picked up a minor fitness problem during Saturday’s home win over Genoa.

As a result, Chivu has decided to finally roll out a 3-4-2-1 formation.

Inter Milan to Face Como in 3-4-2-1 Amid Injury Crisis

SASSUOLO, ITALY – FEBRUARY 08: Luis Henrique of FC Internazionale during the Serie A match between US Sassuolo Calcio and FC Internazionale at Mapei Stadium Citta del Tricolore on February 08, 2026 in Sassuolo, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

With Marcus Thuram struggling for form, Francesco Pio Esposito is likely to lead the line at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia.

Meanwhile, several players are in contention for two starting berths behind the prodigious Italian striker.

Indeed, fringe midfielder Davide Frattesi could be an exciting option in this new setup.

The same applies to Brazilian winger Luis Henrique, who excelled in this role at Marseille last season.