Simone Inzaghi Leaves Inter Milan After Champions League Final

Inter Milan has confirmed the departure of manager Simone Inzaghi, just days after their defeat in the Champions League final.

The 49-year-old Inzaghi`s time at Inter included guiding the team to two Champions League finals, securing one Serie A championship, winning two Coppa Italia titles, and lifting the Italian Super Cup three times.

Inzaghi had overseen a new period for Inter since his arrival in 2021, but his squad was convincingly beaten 5-0 by PSG in Saturday`s Champions League final.

The former striker is now expected to take up a lucrative management position in Saudi Arabia with Al Hilal, having reached a mutual agreement with Inter`s executives to end his tenure as boss.

A statement from the club read: “The paths of the Club and Simone Inzaghi are separating. This decision was reached by mutual agreement following a meeting that took place moments ago.”

“Inzaghi`s leadership at Inter will be remembered by supporters, players, management, and staff for its significant passion, alongside professionalism and dedication.”

Club president Guiseppe Marotta added: “On behalf of our shareholder Oaktree and the entire Club, I wish to express gratitude to Simone Inzaghi for his work, his passion, and also for the sincerity shown in today`s discussion, which led to the shared decision for our paths to diverge.”

“Only when we have striven together daily for success can we engage in a frank dialogue like the one we had today.”

In a personal statement, Inzaghi wrote: “The time has come for me to bid farewell to this club after four years during which I gave my all.”

“I thank the shareholders for their unwavering trust, and the president and his team for their constant support and communication.”

“On a difficult day like today, it feels right to reiterate this sense of gratitude, also for the meeting that just concluded. We were open and decided together to conclude this wonderful journey.”

“A final word I want to dedicate to the millions of Nerazzurri fans who cheered me on, who cried and suffered in difficult times, and who laughed and celebrated in the six triumphs we shared.”

“I will never forget you. Forza Inter.”

Inzaghi is now anticipated to assume the managerial role at Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal.

At Al Hilal, the highly-regarded coach will manage former Premier League stars such as Ruben Neves, Joao Cancelo, Kalidou Koulibaly, and Aleksandar Mitrovic.

Al Hilal did not win the Saudi Pro League title this season, but they are preparing to showcase their strength in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, where they will face Real Madrid in their first match later this month.