Inter Milan midfielder Matteo Politano says they miss Mauro Icardi.

Politano conceded the Nerazzurri would rather have their striker back, despite his self-imposed exile.

“It's normal to miss Icardi," he told ANSA.

“For six months he was crucial for us. Now we hope he returns soon. He has a knee problem and he'll decide when to come back.

“He'll be at San Siro like always. For us it's an honour to have him at the stadium, even if we prefer to have him on the pitch.

“Lautaro's similar to Icardi. They're both strong in the penalty area and they make everything easier for us."