Headline: Piero Ausilio Expresses Interest in Premier League Amid Tottenham Links
Former Inter Milan sporting director Piero Ausilio has expressed a desire to explore opportunities in the Premier League shortly after his exit from the club, with Tottenham showing strong interest in his potential appointment.
During the Social Football Summit in Turin, Ausilio reflected on his departure from Inter in September, a move that concluded his 28-year tenure with the club. He stated, “I’m doing very well. It was an important, long and unique part of my professional life, but like all good stories, there comes a moment when it can end. I think it was the right time.” Ausilio added that he felt it was essential to leave on a high note after winning a Scudetto and a Coppa Italia, along with achieving beneficial financial results during his time at the club.
He also mentioned, “I’d never have accepted leaving the year before, after a second-place finish and a final lost like the one in Munich. There were various situations over the years that I could have considered, but I never did. First, I wanted to bring Inter back to where they deserved to be.”
Ausilio’s departure paved the way for his long-time deputy, Dario Baccin, to take over as Inter’s chief sport officer. He noted that he has not had the chance to speak with president Beppe Marotta since leaving but regularly sees Baccin, reinforcing that strong relationships do not dissolve quickly. “The fact that Inter have chosen continuity by relying on someone who was my deputy for 10 years is recognition of my work,” he remarked.
Tottenham has been heavily linked to Ausilio since his exit, with manager Roberto De Zerbi reportedly eager to collaborate with him. Since Fabio Paratici’s departure to Fiorentina, Spurs have been searching for a new sporting director. Although Ausilio remarked that no agreements are in place, he conveyed his enthusiasm about moving to England. He stated, “Right now I haven’t spoken to anyone; there are just rumours. My wish is to test myself in a different, new league, and the Premier League is a fascinating project. That doesn’t mean I’m going there tomorrow, but it interests me, and I’d seriously consider it if the opportunity came up.”
Additionally, Ausilio addressed a previous meeting with Cesc Fàbregas in London before Inter appointed Cristian Chivu as coach. He underscored their established relationship, stating there was nothing unusual about the meeting.
