Marcus Thuram Warns Inter Milan Following Derby Collapse
Speaking to media in Rotterdam ahead of their UEFA Champions League fixture, French forward Marcus Thuram addressed the squad’s current trajectory following a 3-1 domestic loss to Milan.
Marcus Thuram Backs Squad Leadership Calls on Attitude Reset
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coachAddressing reporters alongside manager Cristian Chivu prior to the meeting at Stadion Feyenoord, Thuram endorsed recent statements made by teammates Nicolò Barella and Alessandro Bastoni regarding the necessity of a psychological adjustment within the dressing room.
“I fully agree with what they said. They’re two leaders, and their words were important.”
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The forward emphasized that the squad must channel the resilience displayed during their European victory against Shakhtar Donetsk, where the team secured a late result despite being reduced to ten men. Maintaining that specific competitive intensity across both continental and domestic fixtures is viewed internally as the primary requirement to correct their recent run.
Marcus Thuram Embraces Lone Striker Responsibility in Rotterdam
Operating as the central focal point in attack following injuries and illness to attacking colleagues, the 29-year-old expressed contentment with his current workload and physical demands.
“I’m very happy with the minutes I’m getting. My role? I can also play as a lone striker. I don’t have a problem with that.”
With three points secured from their opening three European matches, the Italian club faces mounting pressure to accumulate points under the tournament format, where manager Cristian Chivu estimates a total of roughly 16 points will be required to secure an automatic top-eight qualification spot.
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