Italy national team coach Luciano Spalletti and Inter Milan manager Simone Inzaghi have resolved their recent misunderstanding following Spalletti’s comments about the ongoing ultras investigation. The two coaches spoke over the phone to clear the air and maintain their professional relationship.
Calciomercato detail how the controversy arose when Spalletti, before Italy’s Nations League match against Belgium, commented on the investigation involving Inzaghi and his interactions with Inter ultras. Spalletti had remarked that he had never experienced such situations in his career, adding that while he answers all calls, he knows when to hang up or continue conversations.
These comments were interpreted by some as a veiled criticism of Inzaghi, who had recently been questioned by prosecutors regarding his contact with ultras leaders. Inter Milan reportedly expressed irritation over Spalletti’s remarks.
To address the situation, Spalletti took the initiative to call Inzaghi. During their conversation, the Italy coach explained that his comments were meant in a general context and were not specifically directed at Inzaghi. He reassured his colleague that there was no intention to criticize him personally.
Inzaghi accepted Spalletti’s explanation, and the two coaches have put the incident behind them. This reconciliation is particularly important given the significant role that Inter Milan players continue to play in the Italian national team under Spalletti’s management.
