In recent hours, there has been quite a lot of movement within Inter Milan, and even a notable figure like Massimo Moratti has shared his thoughts. The former president, who led the club for over 16 years, commented on the change in ownership from the Zhang family to the Oaktree fund: “I am very sorry it has ended like this. I have a lot of respect for Steven, who has won two Serie A titles and many trophies in recent years. The debts he couldn’t settle were incurred for Inter, not for himself. I hoped he would stay at the helm of the club; I recently spoke with him, but we did not discuss this.” Moratti, who won 16 trophies as president, also talked about the future owners: “We hope they respect the team’s and the club’s needs to stay at a high level. In football, a bright future is built day by day.”
With the increase of foreign funds in Serie A, Moratti pointed out that it is due to the high costs in football. He added, “Without external interventions, what happened to me as a private entrepreneur is likely to happen to others as well.” The former Inter president emphasized the importance of the new owners understanding the requirements of the team and the club to maintain their competitive edge. Moratti stressed, “In football, a bright future is built piece by piece.”
While the change in ownership has brought uncertainty, Moratti’s reflections highlight the delicate balance between financial sustainability and sporting success in modern football. As the saga of Inter Milan’s ownership unfolds, it serves as a reminder of the complexities inherent in managing a top-tier football club. The club’s fans will be hoping that the new proprietors uphold the legacy and vision that Moratti worked tirelessly to establish during his tenure.
