Overview
- Spence came off the bench in Inter’s 3-0 win over Parma on Saturday, making his first competitive appearance after being included in the matchday squad.
- Inter signed the England full-back from Tottenham in August for about €35 million as a replacement for Denzel Dumfries.
- He missed roughly two months of pitch work because of an extended post‑World Cup break and a rehabilitation program, then rebuilt fitness in first‑team training and a private friendly against Lumezzane.
- Head coach Cristian Chivu said Spence will be eased into the lineup over the coming weeks and that his return gives the team the option to keep either a three‑at‑the‑back or a back‑four shape.
- Spence’s availability bolsters Inter’s right‑side defensive depth ahead of a congested schedule and gives the player a pathway to challenge for a regular spot as the season intensifies.