Cristian Chivu will largely keep the tactical system of Simone Inzaghi intact at Inter Milan when he becomes the new coach. This according to today’s print edition of Turin-based newspaper Tuttosport, via FCInterNews. They also report that the athletic preparations will change with the departure of Fabio Ripert.

Former Inter legend and 2010 Champions League winner Christian Chivu is set to be appointed as the new coach of the Italian club after the Nerazzurri parted ways with Simone Inzaghi, who joined Saudi side Al-Hilal on Wednesday.

Cesc Fabregas was initially thought to be the favourite to replace Inzaghi, but Como's president, Mirwan Suwarso, confirmed they had refused the advance from Inter