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Previews: Crespo poised for title-chasing Inter

Hernan Crespo is expected to make a rare start for Inter Milan at Chievo on Sunday because main striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic is suspended.

Crespo and fellow Argentine forward Julio Cruz have said they will probably leave Inter in the close season with media reports linking the champions with Genoa striker Diego Milito and Udinese's Fabio Quagliarella.

Jose Mourinho's side can seal their fourth straight scudetto on Sunday if they beat Chievo and second-placed AC Milan lose at home to Juventus.

Napoli striker Marcelo Zalayeta has returned to the club in time for Sunday's match at relegation candidates Lecce, having been out of contact for two days.

AS Roma's outside chances of snatching a late Champions League berth will not be helped by left back John Arne Riise being suspended for the trip to Cagliari on Sunday. Goalkeeper Doni, defender Cicinho and midfielder Alberto Aquilani are also long-term injury absentees.

Fiorentina are still missing injured striker Adrian Mutu for Sunday's match at Catania.