Calhanoglu reveals the main difference between Chivu & Inzaghi at Inter: ‘They have 2 different philosophies’
Calhanoglu reveals the main difference between Chivu & Inzaghi at Inter: ‘They have 2 different philosophies’ Hakan Calhanoglu has lifted the lid on life at Inter Milan in a wide-ranging interview with Turkish YouTube channel KAFA Sports, touching on the transition from Simone Inzaghi to Cristian Chivu, his controversial move from Milan to Inter, and the moment he was offered a contract by Barcelona. Read Football Italia Ad-Free and get access to Exclusive News – Free Trial – Click Here The Turkish international was candid about how quickly Chivu won over the Inter dressing room upon his appointment. “He was already coaching the Primavera, sometimes we would play training matches against his team,” Calhanoglu said, via TuttoMercatoWeb .
“When he started working with us, the squad accepted him very quickly. He also played for Inter, and that is undoubtedly an advantage. He gives opportunities to everyone, including the younger players.
With Inzaghi it was different, they have two separate philosophies. ” Calhanoglu also revisited the moment that divided football fans in Milan, his decision to cross the city divide in the summer of 2021. “It is a difficult step, first you have to prove your worth and your fitness, and then convince the fans that you will always give 100%,” he said.
“My first match went well though, I scored and got an assist. I was genuinely excited for that game. It was a new experience, a transition in my career.
” MILAN, ITALY – FEBRUARY 28: Hakan Calhanoglu celebrates after scoring their team’s second from the penalty spot goal during the Serie A match at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on February 28, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images) Calhanoglu chose Inter over Barcelona & Juventus He revealed that the move almost did not happen, with Barcelona and Juventus both having expressed interest before Inter made their late move. “Inzaghi was calling continuously, he wanted me badly.