Cristian Chivu Bids Farewell To Parma Ahead Of Imminent Inter Milan Move: ‘We've Overcome The Obstacles, This Chapter Will Always Be In My Heart'
Cristian Chivu Bids Farewell To Parma Ahead Of Imminent Inter Milan Move: 'We've Overcome The Obstacles, This Chapter Will Always Be In My Heart'
Cristian Chivu has said goodbye to Parma after saving the club from relegation, with his move to Inter Milan to be confirmed today.
The Romanian bid farewell in a post on Instagram. He thanked the Gialloblu for the opportunity, and wrote that his time at the club 'will always be in his heart.'
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Today is the day. Inter Milan are set to make the appointment of Cristian Chivu as their new coach official.
The Nerazzurri had already decided upon the 44-year-old to replace Simone Inzaghi a few days ago.
On Thursday, Inter chose Chivu, concluding a search of a couple days. This search had seen them try for Cesc Fabregas, and also reportedly consider Patrick Vieira.
However, in the end, Inter went with Treble-winning former defender Chivu. They called the Romanian, and he agreed to step up.
Cristian Chivu Bids Farewell To Parma Ahead Of Inter Move: 'Always In My Heart'
PARMA, ITALY – FEBRUARY 22: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of Parma Calcio, looks on prior to the Serie A match between Parma and Bologna at Stadio Ennio Tardini on February 22, 2025 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by)
Inter have appointed Cristian Chivu partly based around his time as their youth team coach.
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However, the Romanian also impressed with his work in charge of Parma last season.
Chivu took the reins at the Emilian club in midseason, He replaced Fabio Pecchia with the team mired in a relegation battle.
And Chivu found a way to breathe new life into Parma. He tightened up the defense, and got some memorable results – particularly against Serie A's big names.
This was an important opportunity for Chivu as a stepping stone to Inter.
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