Report – Cristian Chivu Stamps His Authority At Inter Milan | OneFootball

Coach Cristian Chivu is reportedly already stamping his authority as a dressing room leader at Inter Milan.

This according to today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInter1908.

Cristian Chivu has now been coach of Inter for almost two weeks. The Romanian replaced Simone Inzaghi at the helm at the start of June.

It hasn’t exactly all been smooth sailing for Chivu at Inter. The circumstances of Inzaghi’s exit created a difficult atmosphere.

Furthermore, the early exit from the Club World Cup also created waves behind the scenes.

Cristian Chivu Stamps Authority At Inter Milan

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 21: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of FC Internazionale Milano, looks on during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between FC Internazionale Milano and Urawa Red Diamonds at Lumen Field on June 21, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

According to the Gazzetta dello Sport, the simmering feud between Hakan Calhanoglu and Lautaro Martinez was the biggest challenge for Chivu so far at Inter.

However, the 44-year-old gave a clear sign of how he’s going to lead Inter with his handling of that situation.

The Nerazzurri coach showed his authority by bringing the team together in a meeting to clear the air.

Chivu made it clear that neither Martinez, Calhanoglu, nor anyone else will challenge his leadership behind the scenes.

Therefore, the Gazzetta report, Chivu is showing why Inter have put their faith in him.

The Nerazzurri board knows Chivu well from his time in charge of the youth teams. And they are backing him.