Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi is proud to be at the Nerazzurri.
Speaking to Italian broadcaster SportMediaset, via FCInterNews, the coach reacted to the team reaching the Champions League final against AC Milan, calling their path through the competition an “extraordinary journey.”
Inzaghi joined Inter from Lazio in the summer of 2021.
The coach replaced Antonio Conte, who had won the Serie A title with the Nerazzurri in the 2020-21 season.
It has certainly not all been smooth sailing for the ex-Biancocelesti coach.
However, the work that Inzaghi and his players have done for two years has been rewarded. The Nerazzurri will face either Real Madrid for a chance to be crowned European champions next month in Istanbul.
Inter Milan Coach Simone Inzaghi Beaming With Pride
“I’m proud to be here,” Inzaghi said of being at Inter. “I know what was going on at Inter when I was called, and what I was asked. Namely to reach the knockout stages of the Champions League.”
“This season we outdid ourselves, but nobody gave us anything,” he added. Now the dream of the final has come true.”
Asked if he can promise anything in the final, Inzaghi replied “Promise, no.”
“I would have said that a crazy effort was always going to be needed, playing every three days in all competitions from April 1 to May 16. We’ve reached two finals. Kudos to the guys.”
Of the Nerazzurri’s two potential opponents in the final Real Madrid and Manchester City, Inzaghi said that “They’re two of the best teams in Europe. The first leg was balanced.”
“I’m happy for us,” he continued. “I’ll watch tomorrow’s match with great interest.”
Inzaghi Hails “Extraordinary Journey” In Champions League.
Inzaghi said that “It’s been an extraordinary journey, winning a semifinal in this way.”
Asked what the best aspect of his team’s performance was, the coach replied “Everything.”
“They did well,” he continued, “we’ve played four derbies since January and we’ve won them all. Even though they’re Italian champions, and have quality.”
“I’m happy for the boys,” Inzaghi continued.
Inter Milan Coach Simone Inzaghi Fends Off Speculation About His Future
Inzaghi’s future has been in doubt at times this season. Runs of poor form have led to speculation that he could well be sacked.
This has led to reports that the 47-year-old former Lazio boss could be sacked. The likes of Bologna’s Thiago Motta and Brighton and Hove Albion’s Roberto De Zerbi have been rumoured as potential replacements.
Should Inzaghi be on his way, Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly interested in his signature.
However, all of that kind of speculation has certainly been put on the backburner. The Nerazzurri have reached the final of the Champions League, a massive achievement for club and coach.
It has already reported that Inzaghi has been looking likelier and likelier to stay given the team’s excellent form in the run-in. Inter CEO Beppe Marotta confirmed as much.
Moreover, President Steven Zhang told Sky Sport Italia that he expects the coach to be at Inter for “many seasons” to come. The President was full of praise for the coach’s calmness and the job that he’s done.
