TURIN, ITALY – MAY 11: Simone Inzaghi, Head Coach of FC Internazionale, gestures during the Serie A match between Torino and FC Internazionale at Stadio Olimpico di Torino on May 11, 2025 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images)
Massimo Moratti has admitted that he initially didn’t see Simone Inzaghi as the right fit for Inter, but acknowledged that the coach has since demonstrated a range of qualities that prove otherwise.
The former Lazio manager took over from Antonio Conte in 2021, at a time when he was tasked with keeping the Nerazzurri competitive despite a transfer strategy focused largely on selling key players to balance the books.
Although his tenure at San Siro has had its ups and downs — including the disappointment of narrowly missing out on the 2022 Scudetto, which went to city rivals Milan by a single point — Inzaghi has also led the Biscione to a Serie A title in 2024 and two Champions League finals.
Moratti: I’ve changed my mind on Inzaghi
Moratti admitted that his admiration for the Italian coach wasn’t immediate, but now he has no hesitation in recognising his achievements.
“I’ve changed my mind,” Moratti told Il Corriere della Sera.
“At first, I didn’t think he was suited for Inter, but he’s actually very good, well-prepared, and handles delicate situations with great common sense — always calm.”
While it may be an exaggeration to draw comparisons between the current Nerazzurri side and the treble-winning team of 2010, when Moratti owned the club, the former president still has his own favourite players today.
“Today I really like Barella, he’s improved a lot,” he said.
“He’s a player who catches you by surprise — he beats his man, fights, and is dangerous going forward. Lautaro is also very strong, and I like Thuram too — I know his father.”
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