Inter announce Benjamin Pavard injury ahead of Bologna clash

Inter have announced today, Friday, October 16, 2026, that their French defender Benjamin Pavard has suffered a muscle injury, ruling him out of the upcoming match against Bologna.

Inter stated in an official statement: "Benjamin Pavard underwent clinical and imaging tests this morning at the Humanitas Institute in Rozzano, and the tests revealed that he has suffered a strain in the adductor muscles of his right thigh."

Thus, coach Christian Kivu will miss the services of Benjamin Pavard against Bologna, alongside Lautaro Martínez and Curtis Jones.

The club has not specified the duration of the French defender's absence or when he will return to the pitch, awaiting developments in his health condition.