Cristian Chivu, born on 26 October 1975, spent ten seasons in Italy, playing for the clubs Ajax, Inter and Roma. His playing career was characterized by numerous successes, including winning the Champions League with Inter in 2010, where he scored the decisive goal in the final after 68 minutes and a yellow card. After retiring, Chivu dedicated himself to training, leading the entire youth sector of Inter, where he won a championship and reached the Youth League playoffs.
On 18 February 2025, Chivu received an offer from Parma, who called him to replace Pecchia, with the club third from last in the table. In three months he saved the team from relegation, but decided to leave training after just four months. Subsequently, Simone Inzaghi announced the end of his tenure at Inter, and Chivu was chosen as the new manager. The club has signed a two-year contract with a fee of 26 million euros per year, with the aim of leading the team to victory in Serie A.
Despite winning the Serie A, Inter suffered an elimination against Bodo Glimt, a result that still weighs on the club. Chivu, now 46, is ready to lead the Nerazzurri towards new heights, with the hope of restoring the club's competitiveness both in Italy and in Europe. The future of Chivu and Inter remains uncertain, but his experience and passion for football make him an interesting choice for the club.