Djed Spence Set for First Inter Squad Appearance Against Parma
Djed Spence is set to enter Inter’s matchday squad for the first time when the Serie A side face Parma this weekend, ending a two-month absence from team work after the 2026 World Cup.
The English full-back joined Inter from Tottenham in a €35 million summer deal but has yet to make a competitive appearance for the club. His start in Italy was delayed by a post-tournament break and a carefully managed recovery from a lingering physical problem.
Chivu confirms Spence is available
Inter coach Cristian Chivu confirmed on Friday that Spence has completed his rehabilitation and is ready for selection against Parma.
“He has trained with the group for a week,” Chivu said. “We had to respect the recovery programme, as well as his holiday after the World Cup. In total, he has missed two months on the pitch. He is available, he will be in the squad and we are happy to have him back.”
Spence has already been given a limited run-out behind closed doors, featuring in a training-ground friendly against Lumezzane during the recent international break. Those minutes were intended to restore his match fitness before his competitive return.
Defensive options increase ahead of busy period
The 2026 World Cup prevented Spence from beginning pre-season work with Inter on the same schedule as many of his new team-mates, while the physical issue required the club to avoid rushing his return. Inter’s medical and fitness staff have instead built his workload gradually.
His availability gives Chivu another option across the defensive line, with Spence capable of operating as a full-back or wing-back. Inter will now look to integrate the former Tottenham player as their domestic programme becomes increasingly demanding.
The Parma fixture offers Spence his first opportunity to make an official Inter debut and begin justifying the significant fee paid for him in the summer transfer window.
