On May 31, Inter were finalists in the Champions League. After a successful run, marked in particular by the elimination of FC Barcelona in the semi-final, the Italian team stumbled on the last step. And what a walk! Simone Inzaghi’s men were powerless against Luis Enrique’s troops, who were very impressive. Beaten 5 to 0, the Italians intended to take their revenge this season in the most beautiful European competition. But they will have to wait since they were eliminated in the play-offs by the surprising Bodø/Glimt team. After the meeting, Cristian Chivu’s players took a beating. Marcus Thuram was not spared.
Holder, the Frenchman was credited with a 4.5 from La Gazzetta dello Sport. “He misses an easy goal which is ‘forgiven’ due to offside. The rest is a collection of sins mixed with disappearances.commented on the pink paper media. For his part, the Corriere dello Sport gave him a 5. On social networks, the Milanese fans were even harsher with the French striker, eagerly awaited in the absence of Lautaro Martinez. Criticized from all sides, Lilian Thuram’s eldest son is not having his best time in Lombardy. Author of 32 matches in all competitions this season, including 24 as a starter, he scored 12 goals and provided 5 assists. Which is generally correct.
A case that raises questions
But in 2026, he has “only” scored 3 goals in 14 appearances (he also stayed on the bench once without coming into play). He is also criticized for not having been decisive enough in C1. In fact, he has scored only 2 goals in this competition this season. It was last September 17 against Ajax Amsterdam. Since then, nothing more for Thuram, silent for 8 matches now in the Champions League. This Thursday, the main Italian media provide an update on his case, particularly on his future. So, La Gazzetta dello Sport reveals that Inter, who are preparing a summer revolution, are not hiding a certain “disappointment” regarding Thuram. The latter is “gone a little unnoticed in recent weeks” in Milan, where Chivu seems to count on Pio Esposito, Bonny and the untouchable Lautaro Martinez.
There GoS adds that it is “likely to leave since his club is now considering a departure”. For their part, the Republic And Tuttosport confirm that he could well be sacrificed. An amount of between €50 and €60 million is advanced by Tuttosport. Finally, the Corriere dello Sport recalls that Inter will have €65 million less in its coffers after its exit in C1 and could cut a few heads. Concerning Marcus Thuram, who is not yet guaranteed to go to the 2026 World Cup, it is indicated that his case clearly raises questions. Under contract until June 2028, the Frenchman, whose name has recently been associated with the Premier League, arrives at a turning point in his adventure in Italy. He still has time to show that Inter can still count on him, before the party completely ends.
