Gabriele Oriali opens up about his Inter exit: ‘I am sorry, but I respect the club’s decision.’
The Inter and Italy legend worked as technical manager in Antonio Conte’s staff but was relieved of his duties last week.
“Of course I am sorry, like those who will continue their path without somebody who remained close to them for so many years,” the former midfielder told SportMediaset.
“But what happened made me realize that there are so many people who love me.
“The banner that Inter fans exposed on Saturday and the chants for me will always be a part of myself. I want to thank all the fans, but Inter will forever be my home.”
Vice president Javier Zanetti wrote a message for him on Instagram after Inter’s announcement last week.
“Javier knows how much we’ve worked to win the Serie A title, which the fans had been waiting for 11 years. It was a huge achievement, to which many of us contributed, including Antonio Conte, who was able to bring Inter back to their standards.”
But why did Inter sack him?
“It’s not something I am asking myself. I respect the club’s decision, they are free to part ways with their employees.”
Oriali expects to remain part of Roberto Mancini’s Italy staff: “I will meet the federation in the coming days to understand my future and I think there are all the conditions to go on together until the 2022 World Cup,” he revealed.
“This was an unforgettable year for me, which ended with the victory of Euro 2020. A united group made out country proud, and Roberto Mancini and his staff deserve the praise for this achievement,” the 68-year-old concluded.
Antognoni take note…😂