Reports Point to Sweeping Inter Changes for Ajax, Including Martinez for Sommer

Italian outlets link the planned overhaul to concerns over recent defensive lapses in the 4-3 loss to Juventus.

Overview

Multiple reports say Cristian Chivu could alter five to six starters for Wednesday’s Champions League opener at Ajax.
A goalkeeper switch is expected, with Josep Martinez set to start ahead of Yann Sommer after criticism from the Turin defeat.
At center-back, reports suggest Stefan de Vrij could replace Francesco Acerbi, while Manuel Akanji is vying with Yann Bisseck for a place.
Federico Dimarco is tipped to reclaim the left flank, with further midfield tweaks mooted, including Petar Sucic for Henrikh Mkhitaryan.
Football Italia reports Lautaro Martinez is a doubt with back pain, with Ange-Yoan Bonny or Francesco Pio Esposito cited as potential stand-ins.