Inter succumbed for the first time in the season against Sassuolo, conceding twice after putting up strong defensive numbers beforehand.

Inter Pay Price for the Physical Toll in Sassuolo Tilt

Inter succumbed for the first time in the season against Sassuolo, conceding twice after putting up strong defensive numbers beforehand. In particular, their players on the left-hand side of the pitch failed to guard the opponents properly on the two goals, which raised questions about Simone Inzaghi’s lineup choice.
Dzeko believes Inter diverted all their attention to the UEFA Champions League last season instead of Serie A, as they were ultimately defeated by City.

Dzeko Examines Inter Resolve to Snub Serie A Last Season

Edin Dzeko believes the Nerazzurri diverted all their attention to the UEFA Champions League last season instead of Serie A. While Inzaghi’s Inter were left undone by Manchester City in the final, Napoli bulldozed their way enroute a historic Scudetto title after 33 years, leaving no chance for other sides.
Prandelli has no doubt in his mind as to who the Scudetto favorites are, as Inter thrashed Milan 5-1 in the first Derby della Madonnina of the season.

Ex-Italy Coach Prandelli: “Difficult to Argue Inter are Scudetto Favorites”

Former Italy coach Cesare Prandelli has no doubt in his mind as to who the Scudetto favorites this season are, as Inter thrashed Milan 5-1 in the first Derby della Madonnina: "They have a deep squad with 20 starters. Inzaghi combines the youth of some players with experience of others."
Milan are already positioning themselves to lure Jonathan David from Lille next summer, but they aren’t alone in that regard, as Inter are keen on him too.

Inter Plot to Challenge Milan in Race to Sign Lille Ace

Milan are already positioning themselves to lure Jonathan David from Lille next summer, but they aren’t alone in that regard, as Inter are keen on him too. Les Dogues managed to repel the advances of the biggest clubs in Europe this summer by setting a €60/70M valuation.
Following the 2-1 defeat endured by Fiorentina at the hands of West Ham in the UECL final, Italiano could very well be on the move, alongside a defender.

Vincenzo Italiano Laments Heartless Fiorentina After Inter Rout

Fiorentina traveled to Giuseppe Meazza to take on Inter in high spirits on Sunday after securing a group-stage berth in the Europa Conference League. However, Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez brought Vincenzo Italiano's side down to their knees, thrashing them 4-0 in their final Serie A outing before the international break.