Swiss Stop: Inter Milan Goalkeeper Yann Sommer Sidelined with Thumb Fracture
Milan, Italy – Inter Milan have been dealt a blow with the news that goalkeeper Yann Sommer has suffered a fracture to his right thumb. The injury, announced by the reigning Italian champions on Thursday, is expected to keep the Swiss international out of action for an unspecified period.
"Yann Sommer underwent tests this morning that revealed a fracture of the head of the right thumb phalanx," the Lombard club stated in a press release.
Inter, currently sitting second in Serie A two points behind leaders Napoli, did not provide details on how or when Sommer sustained the injury.
According to Italian media reports, the 36-year-old Sommer will miss Saturday’s Serie A matchday 26 clash against Genoa. The Swiss shot-stopper is also likely to be absent for the crucial matchday 27 encounter with Napoli on March 2.
In Sommer’s absence, the Inter goal will be guarded by Spanish goalkeeper Josep Martinez, 26, who joined the club last summer from Genoa. Martinez has made one appearance for Inter, a 2-0 victory over Udinese in the Coppa Italia round of 16.
Sommer’s injury is a significant setback for Inter, who are chasing a second consecutive Serie A title. The Swiss goalkeeper has been a key figure for the Nerazzurri since joining the club from Borussia Mönchengladbach in the summer of 2021.
Sommer has made 21 Serie A appearances this season, keeping eight clean sheets. He has also played a vital role in Inter’s progress to the Champions League knockout stages, where they will face Porto in the round of 16.
The experienced goalkeeper’s absence will be a major test for Inter, who have relied heavily on his shot-stopping ability and leadership in recent months. Martinez is a capable deputy, but he lacks the same level of experience and pedigree as Sommer.
Inter will be hoping that Sommer’s injury is not too severe and that he can return to action sooner rather than later. However, the Nerazzurri will need to find a way to cope without their first-choice goalkeeper in the meantime.
The injury to Sommer comes at a crucial time for Inter, who are facing a challenging fixture schedule in the coming weeks. The Nerazzurri have a packed calendar, with matches in Serie A, the Champions League, and the Coppa Italia all approaching.
Inter will need to find a way to navigate these fixtures without their first-choice goalkeeper and maintain their challenge for silverware on all fronts. The absence of Sommer will undoubtedly provide a stern test for the Nerazzurri’s squad depth and resilience.
