Inter Milan manager Antonio Conte says Alexis Sanchez is not fit enough to make his first start for the club.

The Chilean has made one brief substitute appearance since joining from Manchester United on loan this past summer.

"For him it is worth the words I give for everyone else," he said ahead of Wednesday's home game against Lazio.

"When I see ready players, they will be inserted [into the XI].

"I have to work in the interest of Inter, not of individuals."