Inter have obtained a well timed enhance with Denzel Dumfries stepping up his restoration and edging nearer to a long-awaited return to motion.
The Dutch wing-back has been sidelined since early November after struggling an ankle harm throughout the match in opposition to Lazio on November 9.
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Initially handled conservatively, the issue continued and finally required surgical procedure, with an estimated restoration time of round three months and an anticipated return in early March.
MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 04: Denzel Dumfries of Internazionale seems to be on throughout the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and US Cremonese at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on October 04, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Picture by Marco Luzzani/Getty Photos)
Nevertheless, Dumfries has progressed quicker than anticipated.
Enhance as Dumfries again inside the subsequent fortnight for Inter
In response to , he has now resumed on-pitch coaching at Appiano Gentile, working individually however marking a major step ahead in his rehabilitation.
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Inter officers had already hinted that his comeback may very well be introduced ahead, which additionally influenced the membership’s resolution to not rush into signing a substitute throughout the winter switch window.
ROTTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – SEPTEMBER 04: Denzel Dumfries of Netherlands stands for the nationwide anthem previous to the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier match between Netherlands and Poland at De Kuip on September 04, 2025 in Rotterdam, Netherlands. (Picture by Dean Mouhtaropoulos/Getty Photos)
The present goal is to have match-fit inside the subsequent 10 days. That timeline might make him accessible for Inter’s upcoming Champions League play-off first leg away to Bodo/Glimt.
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If his restoration continues easily, there may be even a slim likelihood he might characteristic, no less than from the bench, within the Serie A showdown with Juventus on February 14.
His return would offer a significant carry for Cristian Chivu at an important stage of the season.