Interview with Riccardo Ferri: “Inter, the postponement with Bologna, the transfer market …”

Priority to safeguarding health, always, but there is a need for clear and defined rules. The concept expressed by the Nerazzurri CEO Beppe Marotta on the sidelines of the postponement of the championship match between Bologna and Inter is the same one on which an illustrious former like Riccardo Ferri also insists, albeit with the necessary clarifications. “The cancellation of the match represents a damage for those who do not take the field, always – claims the former blue -. It is valid for everyone, let it be clear, in this case both for Inter and for Bologna”. Having said that, Ferri reiterates to Gazzetta.it that “this Inter is now a strong team and aware of its own means”.

Is it an advantage or a disadvantage for Inter that they didn’t play?

“I believe that those who do not play always suffer a disadvantage. The program was to play and we worked for that. Now instead we will have to review the programs, the workloads, the organization. But it is a general problem, which does not only concern Inter. The same goes for Bologna and all those teams that will then be forced to recover later with a calendar that is already more than clogged “.

Is the postponement more correct in light of Bologna’s numerous absences?

“Right or wrong, the rules must be respected. To want to make a selfish speech, it is obvious that Bologna would have had less chance with all those unavailable players, but this is not the question. Health comes first, with all those infected players it is right to take the necessary countermeasures. The problem, if anything, is that these should be clear and respond to precise objective criteria ”.

From a Lazio perspective, would it have been better for Inter to run in first after returning from holidays?

“For Inter it would have been better to play in Bologna, there is no doubt. The team had prepared themselves for that, both physically and mentally. Having said that, we look ahead and in emergency situations like this we find ourselves a everyone is in the same situation. The psychological advantages or disadvantages belong to teams that have no certainty, which does not concern Inter. At the moment, Inter is so aware that I don’t think they can be influenced by a postponed match. ” .

On Sunday the match against the only team capable of beating the Nerazzurri. What is Inter compared to the first leg?

“Today is a different Inter in the details, but substantially the same. Because at the Olimpico it didn’t hurt at all, it simply paid for giving too much space to the Biancocelesti initiatives. Today’s Inter is the same, they always try to play the match. and to occupy the opposing half of the pitch. The difference is that today he misses less and concedes less, but the attitude is always the same. Inzaghi has smoothed out the small imperfections and has also changed the already dominant game of last season. This is a ‘ Inter that plays and maneuvers more, which has a greater participation from everyone starting with the attacking duo Dzeko-Lautaro. Today is an Inter that has fun, in which everyone is involved, and which is able to combine aesthetics and effectiveness “.

What would this Inter need on the market?

“Inter are a complete team, both behind and in front. It is difficult to make a name, so far the club has shown that it knows how to choose the most suitable profiles. January is a repair or programming market, as may be the case with Onana. . Inter is a team that is always very active and there is a great deal of scouting led by Ausilio and Marotta. Going to touch such a well-structured team now is difficult and dangerous, I think we will try more than anything else towards summer goals to get there. to someone who still raises the level of the squad. Let’s take Ginter, he is an international player, who would give quality, experience and perspective to the department. It is right that a club like Inter look for these profiles and do this type of programming. But every player must be placed in a context, it’s all to be seen “.

Is Inter still the favorite for the title?

“Without a doubt, I do not see how it could not be after the one shown in the first round. I think in the locker room you try to keep the enthusiasm and praise at bay, but there is the awareness of being able to go and take the second star. This is a team that knows how much it is worth but does not lack presumption, aware that we will have to fight with at least two or three rivals until the end “.

How do you see the Champions League match against Liverpool?

“I cannot deny that Inter are slightly underdog, but they are not defeated at the start. It will be a good match, which also represents a great opportunity for Inter. Growth also comes through important victories and this is one of those occasions. Inter can achieve one of those results that also change mentality. There is a lot of trust. “