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In a candid interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport<\/strong>, Inter veteran Henrikh Mkhitaryan addressed the shift from Simone Inzaghi\u2019s methods to the new regime under Cristian Chivu.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The Armenian midfielder highlighted how different the tactical demands now are, and how his role has evolved under the Romanian\u2019s system change.<\/p>\n Mkhitaryan reflected on the contrast in styles, noting that Chivu demands greater verticality and intensity compared to Inzaghi\u2019s more structured, positional approach. He emphasized that the team is being pushed to adapt more fluidly, to embrace quicker transitions and more tactical variations. The change, he said, is not just in formations \u2014 it\u2019s a shift in mentality.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n The ex-Arsenal player told the newspaper: \u201cEven though some things are similar, the work we do with Chivu is different from that with Inzaghi. Tactically, it\u2019s a slightly more vertical game; we try to finish the move as quickly as possible, with greater aggression, but it also depends on the opponent: you don\u2019t always have the space.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n \u201cYou have to understand when and how to do it. It\u2019s about the details, and they\u2019re the ones that make the difference.\u201d\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Speaking further about the club\u2019s revolution under Chivu, Mkhitaryan said: \u201cIt\u2019s early days, we\u2019ve only been working together for a few months, but I really like his attention to detail. He\u2019s very meticulous, a quality that great coaches have. Training sessions with him are intense and especially fun. <\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cThey confuse everyone, they give extra motivation, but they\u2019re also really tough. They always keep you focused, a feeling that helps you on the pitch. Overall, Chivu has done a good job of making us turn the page mentally after the end of last season: you can\u2019t change the past, but you can write the future.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n He stressed his willingness to adjust, acknowledging that age and experience bring challenges when adapting to newer models. But Mkhitaryan also expressed confidence in the squad\u2019s capacity to evolve, trusting that Chivu\u2019s approach can bring fresh energy to Inter\u2019s attack and midfield balance.<\/p>\n The interview offers a rare inside look at internal evolution at Inter, underlining that the transition from one coach to another is more than cosmetic \u2014 it\u2019s foundational.<\/p>\n \n<\/div>\n