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Delvecchio favors Lautaro over Malen ahead of Inter-Roma clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 12:35 PM

Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Delvecchio favors Lautaro over Malen ahead of Inter-Roma clash

Summary

Marco Delvecchio expressed his preference for Lautaro Martinez over Donyell Malen as the more complete forward before Inter's match against Roma. Discussing the players' attributes, Delvecchio highlighted Lautaro's physical advantages and aerial prowess, while noting that Malen has excelled significantly in finishing and technique. Both players will be crucial as Inter approaches the match amid fitness concerns regarding Hakan Calhanoglu. This face-off at the Olimpico is especially significant with Malen looking to perform well on home turf.

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By the Numbers

•Delvecchio rates Lautaro higher in physicality and aerial duels.
•Malen shines in finishing and technique according to Delvecchio.
•Inter faces Roma in a crucial match at the Olimpico.
•Hakan Calhanoglu's fitness is under scrutiny as kickoff approaches.
•Last season, Roma lost 5-2 to Inter at San Siro.

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12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Inter-Roma: Why Delvecchio Sees Lautaro as the More Complete Forward

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Marco Delvecchio has come down on the side of Lautaro Martinez over Donyell Malen ahead of Inter’s trip to face Roma, judging the Nerazzurri captain the more complete and more consistently elite for...
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