Italy head coach Gennaro Gattuso will attend tonight’s Derby d’Italia between Inter Milan and Juventus at San Siro.
According to Corriere dello Sport, via FCInterNews, the match represents a Scudetto test for Inter and a Champions League examination for Juventus.
However, it will also serve as an important scouting opportunity for the Azzurri boss.
Gattuso is expected to sit in the VIP tribune to observe the Italy internationals who could feature in the upcoming fixtures in the weeks ahead.
Inter Vs Juventus – Dimarco At Center Of Attention As Italy Coach Gattuso Visits
MILAN, ITALY – JANUARY 04: Federico Dimarco of FC Internazionale reacts during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Bologna FC 1909 at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on January 04, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
Particular attention will fall on Federico Dimarco, who has enjoyed outstanding form in recent months.
The report praises the Inter wing-back’s left foot.
Noting his steady stream of goals and assists and comparing his attacking influence to that of a Brazilian full-back.
Italy staff know Dimarco well.
Juventus are likely to task Andrea Cambiaso with limiting his impact.
As a result, the duel between the two Italy internationals could prove both intriguing and decisive.
Moreover, Gattuso’s presence underlines the national team significance of a fixture already loaded with domestic importance.