Inter Milan defender Federico Dimarco has set a new Serie A record for assists in a single season, providing two more in his side's 2-2 draw away to Torino on Saturday. The Italy international's deliveries for goals from Marcus Thuram and Yann Bisseck took his tally for the campaign to 17, surpassing the previous record of 16 set by Papu Gómez during the 2019-20 season with Atalanta.
Dimarco's historic contributions were not enough to secure all three points for the league leaders, however, as Torino mounted a late comeback with goals from Giuliano Simeone and a Nikola Vlašić penalty. The result delays Inter's imminent title confirmation, though they remain firmly on course for a 21st Scudetto, needing just a victory against Parma next weekend to seal it mathematically.
The 26-year-old wing-back has been a creative fulcrum for Simone Inzaghi's side this term, combining his defensive duties with a remarkable output from wide areas. His record-breaking assist for Thuram's opener was a typically precise in-swinging cross from the left, which the French forward headed home for his 12th league goal of the season. The second, a corner met powerfully by centre-back Bisseck, underscored Dimarco's set-piece threat.
According to Opta data cited by Italian broadcasters, Dimarco's 17 assists now stand alone in the Serie A annals since detailed records began. His achievement places him ahead of notable playmakers like Gómez and reinforces his status as one of Europe's most productive defenders. The milestone arrives amid a consistently excellent individual campaign, where his understanding with fellow wing-back Denzel Dumfries has been a cornerstone of Inter's dominant league performance.
For Inter, the draw represents a minor setback in an otherwise procession-like march to the title. The context of the match, coming just days after a Coppa Italia victory, may have contributed to the dropped points, with several key players appearing fatigued in the latter stages. The club will now focus on securing the championship formally in front of their own fans at San Siro next Sunday.
Dimarco, a product of Inter's academy who rejoined the club from Hellas Verona in 2021, has now cemented his place as a modern icon in Nerazzurri colours. His record-breaking season is likely to attract further attention from top European sides, though Inter consider him a fundamental part of their long-term project. For now, his focus will shift to helping the team officially wrap up the title and prepare for a summer where his name will undoubtedly be mentioned among the season's standout performers.
