Filippo Inzaghi has reflected on what he wants to see from his Milan team, as he expresses admiration and hope for Fernando Torres.
Joining on loan from Chelsea, Torres has taken the No 9 shirt recently worn by the Rossoneri’s new Coach, and has received his backing.
Filippo Inzaghi has reflected on what he wants to see from his Milan team, as he expresses admiration and hope for Fernando Torres.
Joining on loan from Chelsea, Torres has taken the No 9 shirt recently worn by the Rossoneri’s new Coach, and has received his backing.
“Torres had a difficult year, but he has great desire to do well,” Inzaghi has told the Gazzetta dello Sport, from the Elite Club Coaches Forum in Nyon this week.
“I like to see a player who stops to sign autographs for two-and-a-half hours, it's a sign of respect towards the fans.
“The indications are positive whilst I hope that with him Milan will change greatly.
“I have seven strikers and I'm spoilt for choices, my task is to get the most out of them and to understand how to interchange between them.
“It has been a good market and I thank the club and the President. The goal is to win back the fans, whilst I am happy with the purchases made.”
Inzaghi considered where Milan could be aiming for this season.
“I can't care about what is being said – 10 days ago we were a team that was fighting for 10th place. I don't set any limits, even though I'm not a magician in terms of predictions.
“My relationship with the players? I'm always the same. I demand rigour and discipline.
“And I asked for a lot of heart and respect for this jersey, which I've always loved.”
Among those in Nyon this week with Inzaghi was his former Coach at San Siro, Carlo Ancelotti.
“The legendary Carletto is an example. I was moved when he was awarded for the three CL.
“And to think that he had coached me for more than 10 years…”