Inzaghi's Tenure Ends, He Heads to Arabia on a two-year contract worth 30 million annually.
Bye-bye Inzaghi: Inter Milan Bids Farewell After four Glorious, Frustrating Years
Simone Inzaghi's ride has come to an end, as every good yarn does, filled with excitement, sorrow, and moments meant to linger. The man from Piacenza is heading to Saudi Arabia, courted by Al-Hilal's jaw-dropping two-year deal worth a whopping €30 million net per year. The get-together at Inter's digs between Inzaghi, Giuseppe Marotta, and Piero Ausilio served as the divorce papers.
The gut-wrenching thrashing in the Champions League finale in Monte Carlo against PSG was the nail in the coffin. The drubbing against the French left Inter unsure of retaining Inzaghi for another go, while also fueling Inzaghi's yearning for a fresh start, aware of the hurdles in rebounding from such a monumental loss.
Inzaghi's tenure was marked by a quadrennial of memorable moments: clinching the Scudetto with Milan's derby's second star, three Italian Super Cups, two Italian Cups, and two Champions League finals in three years. But it also included the agonizing Scudetto races lost to Napoli and Milan. Until the unthinkable collapse on Saturday. He exits having funneled hundreds of millions into the club's coffers, thanks to his knack for making it to the deep rounds in every competition. A crucial factor in the club's lean years, marred by Suning's decline that kept China from supplying additional resources.
Inzaghi's international schtick also granted Inter a spot in the upcoming Club World Cup in the States. Alas, a new coach will lead the Nerazzurri. Inter is eyeing Cesc Fabregas, provided he ends his stint with Como. Chivu, De Zerbi, and Vieira are also in the running.
Behind-the-Scenes:
- Cesc Fàbregas, once a teammate of Lionel Messi's at FC Barcelona, is turning heads with his coaching prowess, particularly at Como in Serie B. Despite his green coaching resume, Fàbregas' tactical smarts and influence have put him in the running for elite positions[1][2][3].
- Roberto De Zerbi, currently commanding Olympique de Marseille, has been lauded for his successful campaign with the team, securing a Champions League spot. His offensive, modern playstyle aligns with Inter's ambitions to revamp their project[2][3]. While other names may surface during the selection process, Fàbregas and De Zerbi are currently tops on Inter's shortlist[2][4].
Inter Milan is considering Cesc Fabregas as a potential new coach, given his impressive performance at Como in Serie B. Roberto De Zerbi, currently coaching Olympique de Marseille, is also in contention for the role due to his successful campaigns and modern playstyle. The club's aim is to revamp their project with a coach who aligns with their ambitions in European leagues, such as Serie A.
