Football Italia reported that Inter's English summer signings had not left their mark so far this season. Djed Spence is currently the only one available, while John Stones and Curtis Jones are still working separately.
Spence back in action
Spence joined Inter from Tottenham in a €35m move. He recently returned to action after missing the first six games in 2026-27 to regain match fitness.
Spence started his first Inter game in a 1-0 Champions League win over Shakhtar Donetsk on Wednesday. He was substituted in the 59th minute.
Football Italia reported that Spence's performance against Shakhtar Donetsk was unconvincing. He has made three appearances across all competitions so far, two in the Champions League and one in Serie A.
Chivu on the selection
Inter coach Cristian Chivu explained at full-time: "We chose him to give us pace on the counter and defensive cover against their two wide players who are quick and technically gifted."
Jones recovery plan
Curtis Jones has a thigh injury and has missed the last four games across all competitions. Inter hope Jones can resume training and be available against Feyenoord in the Champions League on November 3.
If Curtis Jones is available against Feyenoord on November 3, he would miss the next three Serie A matches against Fiorentina, Venezia and Milan. According to the report, Inter expect the same timeline for Benjamin Pavard.
Stones still out
Stones has a hamstring injury and has missed the last five games across all competitions. Gazzetta says Stones and Jones are not expected back soon.
According to Gazzetta, Inter hope to see Stones return to the squad against Como on November 8, just before the international break.