Serie A

New Parma head coach Christian Chivu believes that the ‘psychological side’ will probably be ‘extra vital’ than any technical or bodily issue within the remaining months of the season.

The Gialloblu sacked Fabio Pecchia after their fourth consecutive Serie A defeat in opposition to Roma final weekend and with steering the workforce out of the relegation zone.

Whereas the previous Nerazzurri and Roma defender admitted being ‘stunned’ by the Ducali’s name, he proved to have clear thought of what to begin from to revive his workforce, as he’s satisfied they lack ‘confidence’ and urged the gamers to ‘take extra accountability’.

Chivu: Parma gamers want to point out need to remain in Serie A

“We met on the identical day we arrived in Parma. I used to be stunned by the decision from a membership that had the braveness to ask me for an interview”, Chivu instructed reporters in his first press convention as Parma head coach, as .

“I do know the fact of a membership with a long-term mission, and I’m happy to have been contacted and chosen.

“I’m joyful to be a part of a membership with nice ambition. There’s an vital mission right here. The squad is stuffed with gifted younger gamers the membership is investing in, and our job is to get outcomes whereas serving to them develop.

“Proper now, there’s a insecurity as a consequence of current outcomes, so I’ve targeted on restoring perception and braveness. We have to be proactive—confidence is essential for younger gamers. My gamers are the very best, and I’ve to provide them my all.

Chivu has spent the previous few months analysing matches to remain up to date with the sport’s newest developments, however he is aware of that his precedence in his new function will probably be to discover a strategy to ‘be heard and earn credibility’ along with his gamers.

“Throughout these months, I devoted loads of time to finding out and touring,” the 44-year-old mentioned.

“I watched many matches and resumed my UEFA evaluation work on the Champions League. It’s an important job as a result of it lets you have interaction with prime coaches and golf equipment whereas finding out new soccer developments.

“Management is innate—not everybody has it—however you want to press the proper buttons to spice up self-confidence. It’s about transmitting perception and braveness. Management comes from a small group of gamers who can cross it on to the remainder of the squad, permitting everybody to carry out and provides extra.

“You join with younger gamers by trusting them, speaking to them, and giving them suggestions. It’s essential to discover the proper strategy to be heard and earn credibility.

“It’s vital for them to see somebody they recognise as credible, somebody who conveys one thing invaluable each in soccer and in life.

“Sensitivity is essential—you want the proper strategy for every particular person, as everyone seems to be totally different. Communication and the boldness you instill are essential.”

The Rumanian coach claimed he’ll instantly attempt to change his workforce’s mindset, however the sense of accountability of his gamers was additionally a key subject of his unveiling press convention.

“It’s not a straightforward second—confidence is missing,” Chivu conceded.

“Our focus has been on that. We’ve tried to inject enthusiasm to carry a unique mindset in comparison with the previous few video games. It takes time and endurance. Dedication is required to make sure the workforce approaches video games with a unique mentality.”

“At the start, we want factors—successful video games makes every part simpler. It helps us work nicely collectively and enhance particular person performances.

“We want one thing further in comparison with what’s been completed to date. The gamers should take extra accountability—they should present the need to maintain this membership in Serie A.

“I can’t choose the workforce bodily but as a result of they’re mentally down, and the 2 points should be addressed collectively.

“We might want to do loads of bodily work—it has already been a spotlight—however the psychological side is much more vital proper now.

“I need to thank the president and the membership for his or her belief. I’m honored to be a part of this mission. That is the very best I might have hoped for after I began teaching.

“I started with youth groups, and for me, Parma is the very best stage I can aspire to proper now. I embrace this accountability and the chance to work for a membership with a powerful mission. Working with younger gamers excites me, and I need to carry that vitality to the gifted gamers on this squad.”

Dennis Man’s growth appeared to cease after a promising begin to the season, and Chivu made clear he needs ‘far more’ from his ahead.

“Dennis, just like the others, must work onerous, keep dedicated, and take accountability,” Chivu claimed.

“He’s an vital participant, however he has struggled since December. Our job is to get him again in form and restore him to the participant we all know he may be. What he confirmed at the beginning of the season isn’t sufficient—I would like far more as a result of he has the potential to ship.”