Oaktree, however, is a fund that must make the asset perform financially.
«But Inter is doing well not only on the sporting front. And then a fund also entered Liverpool and then won everything it could. A fund in which there were people like LeBron James. I wouldn’t be surprised if there were people like that behind Oaktree too. Ideal because it has a competitive spirit.”
«Thank you for keeping your promises. He had said that he wanted to bring Inter to the top of Europe and the world. He almost succeeded… Hats off for what was done. Now a new era begins and continuity is needed. I believe that Oaktree has already studied and understood that Inter is a respected family in the world. The stadium is always full, the club is pushing in the right direction. Before Covid it was unthinkable that it would reach these levels. A statement that also applies to Italian football which always seems far from the big Europeans but which then goes to the Cup finals. We will have less money than the English, but more ideas and determination. That’s how Italy is, even with the national team it annoys everyone.”
How important is it to keep Inter competitive?
«I don’t think that Oaktree will make the mistake of the other Milan team, which sent away competent people like Maldini and Massara, used as a scapegoat because perhaps they took away the spotlight from someone. Paolo was also right about De Ketelaere… I understand that a fund must serve the interests of investors. But it seems clear to me that it is worth betting on Inter.”
What if Oaktree said that we need to start again with young people?
«But we already have young people! The greatness of Marotta and Ausilio was creating a mix between people with prospects and expert zero parameters who were used to winning. Just carry on this winning formula.”
The fans are worried about the renewals of three pillars such as Inzaghi, Barella and Lautaro.
«The important thing is that there is clarity. Once that is there I am sure that my captains Lauti and Nicolò will have no problems waiting for a corporate transfer which must be done with the right technical times. It is not the fault of Antonello, Marotta or Inzaghi if frozen negotiations awaiting refinancing now risk being further prolonged due to corporate developments. I understand that all parties are already in agreement and that there is a common will to move forward together. If I were one of the two, having clear how the chemistry that has been created with the club, the coach, the teammates and above all the fans is truly unique. I would offer a margin of waiting to my favorite team. Also because, with all due respect, they are not called Milan, like Skriniar.”
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