Serie A rocked by injury crisis as 21 players sidelined after international break

Serie A injury crisis: 21 stars sidelined after international break

Serie A has been dealt a massive blow as a devastating injury crisis sidelines 21 stars (15 on international duty, six at club level) – three times the number from the October 2025 international break (just seven cases). AC Milan have borne the heaviest workload with 2,624 minutes played, closely followed by Atalanta (2,427 minutes) and Inter Milan (2,343 minutes). Hardest hit of all, Napoli have suffered three fresh injury setbacks, including Antonio Vergara, Mathías Olivera, and Costantino Favasuli.

Scott McTominay makes miraculous return after heart surgery

Manager Massimiliano Allegri has officially confirmed that Scott McTominay has returned to full training following heart surgery on 8 September in Manchester, and has been immediately named in the squad to face Frosinone. The Scottish midfielder is expected to play 20-30 minutes off the bench, providing a massive psychological boost for Napoli, who currently languish in ninth place with seven points and have just a 3% chance of winning the Scudetto, according to Opta.

€35m signing Djed Spence ready for Inter Milan debut

Manager Cristian Chivu has received a massive boost ahead of their Matchday 6 clash against Parma, as €35m signing Djed Spence has officially returned from a lingering injury to prepare for his Inter Milan debut. The marquee signing from Tottenham missed the opening five Serie A rounds but immediately carries high expectations, thanks to his record of 19 tackles at the World Cup – the most by an England defender since 2002.