According to Corriere dello Sport, Cristian Chivu hopes to finally have all three English new signings available after the international break. Spence has already become a key player, while Curtis Jones and Stones are striving to prove themselves again.
The international break might finally allow Cristian Chivu's Internazionale to have a full squad, at least regarding the new signings from the Premier League. Spence, Curtis Jones, and Stones were three of the most important signings this summer, but so far, injuries have prevented the Inter coach from deploying them all in top form simultaneously. As Corriere dello Sport highlighted, Spence was the first to find stability. After a difficult period of adaptation, the player gradually earned the coach's trust. The English wing-back started in the last three matches against Milan, Feyenoord, and Como, particularly impressing in the latter two games with 3 assists. This performance proved his ability, but he experienced muscle fatigue during international duty and subsequently missed the match against Croatia, which still needs monitoring.
Upon the league's resumption, Cristian Chivu also hopes to have Curtis Jones and Stones back. Both were called up for the match against Como but remained on the bench for the entire game. The former Liverpool player, highly valued by the coach this summer, needs to bring extra impetus to Internazionale's midfield. Cristian Chivu appreciates his combination of ball control, forward runs, and off-the-ball movement, and even more so the intensity he believes is essential for high-level Champions League competition. Jones used the break to train at the Appiano Gentile training ground to improve his fitness. The away match against Atalanta might immediately offer him a starting opportunity; a previous suspension had interrupted his progress just as he was striving to regain consistency.
Stones' situation is more complex. The defender was injured during his first start two months ago against Udinese. Stones has resumed normal training, but Internazionale's coaching staff intends to proceed cautiously to avoid a recurrence. His experience and ability to lead the defensive line remain resources Cristian Chivu hopes to rely on.
Cristian Chivu hopes that all three English players can make a substantial contribution soon. Spence has already proven he can change a game, while Jones and Stones still need to fully unleash their potential. Their recovery could provide Internazionale with new options and, more importantly, the intensity Cristian Chivu seeks to tackle the upcoming league and Champions League challenges.