Cristian Chivu was not satisfied with Inter’s performance after beating Juventus 2-1 in a pre-season friendly. ‘I didn’t like the second half at all. There are no first choices or reserves, even in goal.’
The Nerazzurri concluded their pre-season tour with today’s 2-1 victory in Perth, sealed by another Federico Dimarco goal and the Andy Diouf angled drive that surprised Michele Di Gregorio.
Francisco Conceicao got one back late on and there were chances for Juve to equalise, especially with Randal Kolo Muani and Kerim Alajbegovic.
Chivu wants more from Inter
“We can always do better, at least we conclude the tour without injuries,” shrugged Chivu to Sky Sport Italia.
“We’re not ready yet, we need a few more weeks to get that sharpness. You talk about the first half performance, but I didn’t like the second half at all. Not one bit, especially the approach.
“We need to find more solutions. It’s true that during Juve’s best spell of the match, we scored our second goal, but we need to do better.”
Juventus finished sixth in Serie A last season, so have been busy bringing in reinforcements like Kolo Muani, Alajbegovic and ex-Roma defender Zeki Celik.
“I think they are a good team, who are well-drilled. Pre-season matches don’t count for much, we’re looking for new ideas and to improve fitness levels. Juve are strong and will certainly have their say this season,” added Chivu.
Diouf scored a goal today and is continuing to develop on the right wing, even if it is not his preferred position.
“I have seen improvements in the last few weeks, so I am happy with him.”
In goal, Chivu is keeping Inter options open between Josep Martinez and Ivan Provedel with a warning.
“There are no first choices or reserves, even in goal. Everyone has to give their contribution to the cause.”
