Inter Milan president Beppe Marotta recently shared insights on various topics in a recent interview. These include discussions on the club’s new owners Oaktree Capital, the Romelu Lukaku transfer saga from last summer, and the ambitious new stadium plans.
Marotta, who has been with Inter since 2018 after transitioning from Juventus, took on the role of president following Oaktree’s acquisition in May. He expressed gratitude to Oaktree for their trust and pledged to bring further success to the club.
In his interview with Il Corriere della Sera via FcInterNews, Marotta emphasized the importance of a strong corporate structure, a dedicated team of professionals, and the fans as the club’s key assets. He vowed to utilize his wealth of experience to drive Inter forward.
Reflecting on Inter’s recent achievements, Marotta acknowledged the club’s rich history of success. He emphasized that winning is a tradition for Inter and highlighted the significance of reclaiming the Serie A title, which felt like a monumental achievement given the challenges the club had faced.
Looking ahead, Marotta revealed that the ultimate goal for Inter is to secure the coveted Champions League trophy. He stressed the importance of aiming high and leaving no room for regrets in pursuit of this dream.
Addressing the departure of Romelu Lukaku last summer, Marotta acknowledged the striker’s contributions to the club and emphasized the positive impact he had during his time at Inter. Despite the transfer saga, Marotta chose to focus on the good memories Lukaku created at the club and credited him for his hard work and dedication.
Marotta also touched on the club’s plans to build a new stadium in the Rozzano region. He highlighted the importance of having a home ground that strengthens the sense of belonging for the club and its fans. However, he expressed frustration with the challenges posed by Italian bureaucracy in realizing this vision, emphasizing the need for a modern stadium for Inter.
In conclusion, Marotta shared that the club is determined to make their dream of a new stadium a reality, with plans for a 70,000-seat stadium in Rozzano. Despite the obstacles, Marotta remains committed to overcoming the bureaucratic hurdles to provide Inter with a state-of-the-art home ground.
