Ivan Provedel returns to the pitch with Inter after seven months of absence, his first match as a starter in the Nerazzurri shirt. The midfielder, who has just had a child, was called up by coach Gian Piero Gasperini for the home match against Fiorentina. His return was welcomed with enthusiasm by Inter president Massimo Moratti, who praised the work done by the player in recent months and underlined the value of his support for captain Pep Guardiola. Moratti declared: "Ivan in goal, after this week where his son was also born and for the work he has done in recent months and also in support of Pepo, he deserves this starting shirt. From now until the end of the year he will give us a hand in our rotations."
Provedel will replace the team coach, Gennaro Gattuso, at the end of the match. His last appearance before the move to Milan was in the 2‑0 defeat against Lazio, played on 1 March, when the player still had the blue and white shirt. His injury caused the end of the season to be missed, leaving room for the explosion of Edoardo Motta, who took Provedel's place on the pitch.
With Provedel's return, Inter will be able to consolidate their rotation and prepare for the next Serie A challenges. The Italian team aims to exploit his experience and energy to improve their position in the standings. Inter's next match will be against Fiorentina, where Provedel will have to demonstrate that he is ready to contribute to the club's success.