Alexis Sanchez: Inter Milan forward still ‘not ready’ to play after move from Man United, claims Antonio Conte
The Chilean has made just one appearance as a substitute with Conte demanding patience
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.Antonio Conte has revealed that Alexis Sanchez is still not ready to start for Inter Milan almost a month since his season-long loan move from Manchester United.
The Chilean played 10 minutes against another of his former clubs Udinese, but is yet to earn a full debut for the Nerazzurri.
And Conte, who has guided Inter to four successive wins to start the season has played down suggestions of Sanchez featuring from the first whistle against Lazio on Wednesday.
“For him it is worth the words I give for everyone else,” Conte explained.
“When I see ready players, they will be inserted [into the starting line-up]. I have to work in the interest of Inter, not of individuals.”
“Of [Romelu] Lukaku, I have said far and wide what I think, it seems to me superfluous to repeat it again.
“For the midfielders, on the other hand, I am happy. Beyond those who score, the more arrows we have available to our bow, the better.”
Juventus retook the top spot in Serie A on Tuesday, beating Brescia 2-1, with Conte’s side seen as the toughest competition as they bid to claim a ninth successive scudetto.
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments