Inter President Beppe Marotta has offered a favorable review of coach Cristian Chivu’s performance and reiterated the pressing requirement for a new stadium, ideally one shared with cross-town rivals AC Milan.
The current season has seen a mixed bag of results for the Nerazzurri. The team experienced consecutive losses to Udinese and Juventus, narrowly defeated Sassuolo 2-1, and secured a 2-0 away victory against Ajax in the Champions League.
Inter`s Confidence in Coach Chivu
Speaking to Sky Sport Italia, Marotta conveyed his satisfaction with Chivu, highlighting the coach`s deep familiarity with the club. He recalled Chivu`s past as an exceptional player and a successful youth team coach for Inter, followed by a productive period at Parma.
“We hold a positive impression of Chivu. We were already well-acquainted with him, given his distinguished playing career and his effective coaching of our youth team, preceding his successful stint at Parma,” Marotta stated.
He continued, “His profile aligns perfectly with the fresh direction we are embracing this season – a new era for the club. He is performing admirably, and I find certain criticisms to be somewhat unjust, particularly from those who do not witness his dedicated daily efforts in training. I firmly believe that in every aspect, Chivu is excelling, and we are content.”
Reflecting on his extensive career in football management, Marotta, who recently received an honorary doctorate in marketing from Milano-Bicocca University, offered insights into the collaborative ethos essential for modern club operations.
“I carry many years of experience and am admittedly a bit weary by now! Experience is accumulated day by day. We operate as a club where collective effort is paramount, and all decisions are made through group evaluation. This collaborative approach is indispensable for a contemporary football club,” he remarked.
The Urgent Need for a New Stadium
Marotta also addressed the crucial stadium issue, a significant concern for both Inter and AC Milan. The future of the San Siro land and the clubs` joint stadium proposal hinges on a pivotal vote by the local council, scheduled for Monday.
“It is my hope that Milanese politicians recognize the imperative for a new stadium. We aspire to transform this necessity into a fresh legacy for the city of Milan,” Marotta urged.
He issued a stark warning: “Should this not come to fruition, we will be compelled to pursue our objectives elsewhere. In the past decade, Italy has seen the construction of merely two new stadiums, a stark contrast to the 53 built globally.”
This statement underscores the considerable disparity in infrastructure development between Italy and other leading football nations, emphasizing the vital economic and strategic importance of a modern venue for Inter`s long-term prosperity.
