Ernesto Paolillo, known for his long career as an Inter manager, recently expressed his opinions on the team's present and the future of Italian football. Speaking in an interview with Radio FirenzeViola, the manager commented on Cristian Chivu's current situation and the team's difficulties.
Paolillo highlighted that Inter have gone through numerous changes over the course of this year, with particular attention to the defence, which has "absorbed a few more goals than expected". He highlighted the importance of being able to overturn results, as happened in the Champions League, even when the team is reduced to ten players. “I hope that in the future we can win with fewer mental worries,” he added, appealing for more balanced and less emotional management.
In evaluating the figure of Marotta, Paolillo expressed strong esteem for the president. “Marotta is the number one football expert, a man who works in the world of football, on the markets and in the management of the club,” he declared. He expressed hope that Marotta could one day hold a top role at a federal level, stating that he "deserves to be head of the Federation: he would innovate Italian football". Paolillo also expressed his desire for Marotta to remain at Inter, but recognized his potential ability to lead national football.
As for Paratici, Paolillo recognized his great esteem for the man, defining him as "a man from the world of football, capable, good". He commented on his role in the restructuring of Fiorentina, underlining that, although the project has not yet produced the expected results, his experience is still appreciated.
In summary, Paolillo highlighted Inter's current difficulties, praised Marotta's leadership and recognized the figure of Paratici as a key element in the Italian football landscape. The manager remains confident that, with more balanced management and an innovative vision, the team will be able to return to competing at higher levels both in Italy and in Europe.