Inter Milan’s attacking duo, Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez, have been making waves in the early stages of the season, often referred to as “Thu-La.” With the pressure on them to deliver, they are supported by players like Mehdi Taremi, Marko Arnautovic, and promising teenager Thiago Romano, who recently joined from Panathinaikos.
Thuram has certainly caught the attention of the league with a stunning goal against Chelsea last Sunday, a strong statement after a lackluster performance against Al Ittihad. The message to coach Simone Inzaghi is unmistakable: “Yes, I am ready.” Last season, Thuram emerged as Inter’s standout summer signing, helping the team clinch the Serie A title with 15 goals and 14 assists. The partnership that once was “Lu-La,” featuring Lukaku and Lautaro, has now shifted to “Thu-La.” Martinez had a stellar year, becoming the league’s top scorer and winning the Copa America, while Thuram is eager to bounce back after a disappointing Euro campaign. His goal against Chelsea could mark the beginning of a new chapter.
Backing up this dynamic duo is Iranian forward Taremi, who has been in top form during preseason despite recently suffering a minor muscle injury. He scored five goals in three matches, showcasing his knack for finding the back of the net, a skill he developed during his impressive stint at Porto, where he netted 91 goals over four seasons. Inzaghi can rest easy knowing Taremi is in good form.
Marko Arnautovic is set to be the fourth striker, although there are whispers about potential interest from other clubs. The Austrian, earning €3.5 million net annually, had a modest return last season with seven goals in 34 appearances. His comeback to Appiano more than a decade later hasn’t gone as smoothly as anticipated, placing him currently as the fourth option up front.
Finally, the youngest addition to the squad is Thiago Romano, an Argentine left-footer who has received high praise since arriving from Panathinaikos on a five-year contract. Last season, he scored nine goals in the Under-19 league and earned five caps for Argentina’s U20 team. Although he will initially train with the Primavera squad alongside summer signings Luka Topalovic and Alex Perez, Inzaghi is likely to consider him for first-team duties.
In other news, Ángel Correa is set to sit on the bench in the upcoming match against Genoa. The Argentine forward has been experiencing a strange paradox; although he started all summer friendlies, even scoring against Lugano, he likely will part ways with Inter by the end of the transfer window. His time at the club has not developed as he had hoped, leading to an uncertain future.