Inter Milan wingback Carlos Augusto heaped praise on high-performing manager Cristian Chivu ahead of Tuesday’s clash against Como.
Speaking to Nuova Ds via FCInterNews, the 27-year-old highlighted the Romanian coach’s decisive role in Inter’s resurgence this season.
What was supposed to be a transitional season for the Nerazzurri is shaping up to be the club’s most successful campaign since 2010.
Indeed, Cristian Chivu has transformed Inter into a force to be reckoned with after last season’s heartbreak under Simone Inzaghi.
In addition to being one step away from reclaiming the Scudetto, the San Siro giants are close to securing a place in the Coppa Italia final.
Lifting the cup title would see the Nerazzurri complete their first domestic double since the treble-winning season under Jose Mourinho.
Furthermore, the squad has undergone a renaissance under the 45-year-old manager.
Chivu has re-established confidence in the dressing room, helping his side bounce back from the embarrassing Munich final.
Inter Milan Star Carlos Augusto Hails Cristian Chivu
Chivu’s charges will face Como in a ‘make or break’ Coppa Italia second leg at San Siro on Tuesday night.
Moreover, Inter will take the field tomorrow in a buoyant mood after thrashing Cagliari 3-0 in their last Serie A outing on Friday.
Meanwhile, Carlos Augusto praised the Scudetto-bound manager for helping the Nerazzurri get back on track.
“After last season, which did not end well, I think the coach brought what was missing,” the Brazilian ace said. “He conveyed what he wanted, and in the end, he made the difference because the group is there.”
As for Augusto, his future at San Siro remains covered by a veil of mystery amid growing interest from Roma.
Despite being offered a new contract, the former Monza defender is still weighing up his options after failing to secure regular first-team football this term.
