According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Internazionale coach Chivu spoke about the team's transfer plans in an interview with SportMediaset, stating that the club hopes to improve the quality and overall level of the squad.

Chivu discussed everything in the interview: Lautaro, Pio Esposito, young players, and the club's transfer market strategy.

The Internazionale coach said: "Lautaro is our captain. Because of his love for these colors, because of his commitment to this team and group, and also because he may have felt disappointed after losing the World Cup final. I see him as very motivated, returning with the right ambition right after the World Cup. He cut his vacation short and even started training during his time off. I think he is almost ready to have an excellent season."

The next question addressed the forwards alongside the Argentine captain, specifically those expected to feature in the starting lineup. Pio Esposito has been a recent focus.

He also stated: "We don't have fixed starters because there are no fixed positions in football. We value competitiveness more, and we want players who can bring their own characteristics to the team. Pio is very important to us, as he plays in many matches, because he knows how to integrate into the team, how to train, and can also help teammates in the same position improve their level."

When discussing the transfer market, Chivu said: "We are operating clearly; we are trying to bring in more quality and improve a squad that is already strong, very competitive, and has proven this over the past few years. We have an obligation to maintain a high level, which is what this club has been doing for years."

Regarding whether another forward would be brought in, Chivu concluded: "We already have a fifth, sixth, and seventh forward option, not necessarily in that order. "

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