Cristian Chivu had sent a clear message on the eve of the friendly against Manchester City: “I ask to raise the level, we certainly like players who bring enthusiasm, who want to be part of this wonderful group.” Words that generated contrasting interpretations, read by some as a veiled criticism of the club regarding the transfer market.
According to Libero, the coach intended to convey a different concept. The line followed by the Nerazzurri club stands out from that of the other big Italian teams precisely because of the availability of young resources to be evaluated carefully. A concrete example is Marello, who is only 18 years old but shows enormous potential as a wing-back and could also complete the group of wide players, saving the club from spending on a player they are not sure about.
Inter has chosen a precise philosophy: to invest exclusively in players ready to become starters and raise the level of the squad. Chivu’s statements should be read in this light, as an explanation of the club’s strategy and not as an attack. The presence of promising young players allows the club to operate with greater selectivity, focusing only on signings that can guarantee an immediate and concrete impact.
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