Mkhitaryan point of reference: the reasons for the renewal wanted by Chivu

At 37 years old, Henrikh Mkhitaryan represents a fundamental point of reference for Inter. The Armenian has stated it openly: “I have to lend a hand and help the young players. That’s what I try to do, on and off the pitch.” Words that testify to the central role the midfielder has taken on in the Nerazzurri dressing room.

The decision to renew his contract despite his advanced age is part of a precise strategy by Cristian Chivu. According to Corriere dello Sport, the Nerazzurri coach strongly wanted the player’s confirmation for two specific reasons: the great reliability that the Armenian still guarantees from an athletic point of view and the valuable contribution he offers within the group.

The wisdom of Mkhitaryan will be one of the many elements on which Chivu will rely throughout the season. The midfielder is destined to become more and more of a reference point not only for his first-team teammates, but also for the young players joining the group.

The ongoing pre-season is already showing the importance of his presence, especially in relation to the emerging talents that the coach particularly cares about and who are already proving they can make a concrete contribution to the Nerazzurri cause.