Inter, Marotta: Undeserved Liverpool loss, high hopes for Chivu | OneFootball

Shortly before the start of Inter's Christmas dinner, President Beppe Marotta spoke to Sky, discussing the January transfer market and the recent defeat against Liverpool.

Inter, President Marotta on Sky: “Transfer Market? Ausilio and Baccin are attentive, the year's report is positive”

On the day of the club's Christmas dinner, President Marotta spoke to Sky, mentioning the last match against Liverpool and updating fans on the January transfer market.

Here are his statements:

On Liverpool

“The defeat against Liverpool leaves a great bitterness because it was undeserved, but on the other hand, it gives us a lot of energy because now we have two matches in the Champions League group that will be absolutely important for us. We will face them with even more determination. Our goal is to reach the top eight. If we succeed, we will be proud; otherwise, we will resort to the playoffs. So far, we have a positive view of Chivu's journey. The referee's decision on Tuesday was hasty. We need to roll up our sleeves and work to qualify. The team has experience and stature, is made up of great champions, and has an excellent coach and an extraordinary audience. I am optimistic.”

On the journey

“The year's report is very positive: beyond victories and defeats, the journey has been virtuous, and it should be recognized that the model is successful and the team has responded positively. And even the start of this season suggests that things continue in the best way. Chivu is nothing unusual for us: we knew him, we had the courage to entrust the bench to a young coach, we knew his qualities. It's true that we lost matches against renowned teams, but they were played on equal terms, and thus it was the episodes that determined the defeats.”

On the transfer market

“In football, the strongest team doesn't always win; in all matches, even in defeats, we were at least on par with our opponents. The performances reassure us, perhaps sometimes we need to be smarter or luckier to ensure the episodes turn in our favor. Transfer Market? We are watching January very closely: Ausilio and Baccin are attentive, if there are opportunities, we will consider them. But this squad satisfies our program and the coach's needs. I do not foresee significant operations. Genoa? Marassi is a special stadium, the people are almost on the field, and you can feel the supporters' warmth. It will be a difficult match, and the tradition of the last games proves it. We will face it with determination; it's important to win.”

On contract renewals

“Renewal of Carlos Augusto? We are in a calm situation, there are no particular cases: we will calmly address all situations, rewarding those who deserve it. We are very attentive to respecting contractual aspects.”

Raffaele Morra

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