Inter head coach Cristian Chivu spoke to the press on the eve of his facet’s Serie A conflict in opposition to Cremonese, discussing his choice, defensive focus and the newest after Marcus Thuram’s harm, holding his playing cards near his chest as to who will accomplice Lautaro Martinez in assault.
He additionally spoke at size about Ange-Yoan Bonny, Pio Esposito, squad health and what to anticipate from Cremonese.
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The quotes come instantly from Chivu’s press convention, .
Inter Vs Cremonese – Chivu On Who Companions Lautaro, GK Coverage, “No Guidelines”
MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 30: Lautaro Martinez of FC Internazionale celebrates after scoring their group’s first purpose throughout the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Part MD2 match between FC Internazionale Milano and SK Slavia Praha at Stadio San Siro on September 30, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photograph by Marco Luzzani/Getty Pictures)
Chivu was coy when questioned about .
“I don’t know but, we’ll see tomorrow. Proper now I solely have the ‘La’. I’ve an concept on who to play alongside him: I’m 90% determined however I can’t inform you,” the coach mentioned.
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on a number of events already this season and was requested whether or not or not it would proceed.
“For me there isn’t any ‘traditional,’ there’s normality.
“I’m not superstitious, I don’t see ghosts – I do what’s proper to handle a bunch. There aren’t any guidelines in soccer – fortunate those that suppose in any other case.
“There aren’t any limitations; you want an open thoughts to transcend. I’m not afraid of that. There isn’t a rule that claims a goalkeeper performs Champions League or Serie A – my gamers should earn their likelihood.
“It should depend upon my emotions. I don’t need selfishness however most availability. You’ll see the line-up tomorrow.”
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Chivu hammered residence the purpose, revealing how the rotation retains his squad motivated.
“Gamers should really feel accountable; I’ve no guidelines for asserting the line-up. I at all times combine issues up in coaching in order that they really feel essential.
“Possibly somebody was pissed off pondering he wouldn’t play – I need him like that.
“Nobody ought to really feel comfy. Generally I say the line-up the day earlier than, typically within the morning. Up to now I’ve even mentioned it three hours earlier than the match.”
Chivu On Thuram, Defensive Stability & Crew Situation
MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 31: Marcus Thuram of FC Internazionale exhibits his frustration on the finish of the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Udinese Calcio at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on August 31, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photograph by Marco Luzzani/Getty Pictures)
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Chivu applauded his group’s defensive enchancment in current weeks:
“We’ve discovered steadiness; we’ve improved in that respect,” he mentioned.
“There’s extra consideration even after we attempt to assault. I’m comfortable as a result of I begin from not conceding objectives, from being an organised group, with a robust want to not concede.”
in Inter’s midweek win over Slavia Prague within the Champions League.
The Frenchman won’t doubtless return till after the worldwide break, which is a blow for Chivu and his facet.
“At Cagliari he got here off after an hour – he’d had a relaxation. Towards Slavia I noticed him with Lautaro as a pair that might trigger issues.
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“He was having fun with himself, felt good, then harm is at all times across the nook. We’re sorry to lose him, additionally on a human degree as a result of truthfully that issues to me.
“It’s not a really severe harm however it would take a bit to have him again with us.”
The Romanian additionally spoke on the significance of conditioning and health .
“Situation is essential, however I’ve by no means appeared for excuses even when we had a ‘brief’ pre-season.
“The group managed to present continuity to the primary match. As we go on, sharpness improves however then there’s the chance of accidents.
The group trains nicely, much more than soccer’s ‘guidelines’. I typically argue with the health coach about sure issues.
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“We’re a workers with a sure sensitivity; we all know how and when to do issues. The gamers instantly embraced our methodology.”
Chivu On Cremonese Risk For Inter & Summer time Signings
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 17: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of FC Internazionale Milano, reacts following the FIFA Membership World Cup 2025 group E match between CF Monterrey and FC Internazionale Milano at Rose Bowl Stadium on June 17, 2025 in Pasadena, California. (Photograph by Stu Forster/Getty Pictures)
Newly-promoted Cremonese are unbeaten to date this season and have already had one profitable journey to San Siro.
Of their opening sport, , which stays the Rossoneri’s solely defeat this marketing campaign.
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Chivu is cautious of the menace their opposition poses on Saturday:
“Cremonese are a bodily, organised group that is aware of its limits with the ambition to remain up.
“Nicola understands this division: he’s given them a mentality. They’ve skilled gamers who learn moments; a group with coronary heart and humility to do what’s wanted in opposition to opponents.”
Chivu additionally mentioned summer time signing Andy Diouf, who has to date performed simply 11 minutes for Inter .
“Andy wants time, he was the final to reach. I rewarded him by giving him a debut a day after he joined. He’s coaching nicely and I see massive development since he got here.
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“At first he was a bit shy with the brand new group however at this time he’s extra concerned.
“I’ve a bunch of fellows who assist him daily and he’s opening up. I see high quality and dedication in him and an important work ethic.
“I’m comfortable to have him accessible, he’ll get his possibilities.”
Lastly, the Romanian concluded his press convention with reward for , who some within the Italia press .
“What Bonny is lacking is only a begin, you’re ready for it… however he’s at all times come on and he’s had minutes.
“In the end it’ll be his flip from the start. He has an excellent profile, an excellent participant. Possibly you’ll reproach me that I talked about Pio and never him, however they know I worth younger gamers, I imagine of their vitality.
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“I understand how essential it’s, in a longtime group, to have younger guys who add additional starvation.
“Angy is considered one of them: he’s revered and appreciated by the group. He provides his all, at all times.
“I’m comfortable as a result of he’s a child I care about. I do know what he can provide and ultimately it’ll be his flip to begin.
“He’s comfortable to be at Inter and he’s even comfortable to play two minutes – I do know he’s like that.”