Statement on Beşiktaş from Vincenzo Italiano
Beşiktaş head coach Vincenzo Italiano stated that the management did not demand a championship from him in his first season and instead set four different goals for him.
In statements to the Italian press, Beşiktaş Head Coach Vincenzo Italiano announced that the club did not ask him for a championship in his first season, but instead established four different long-term and constructive goals.
Restructuring Process
Beşiktaş Head Coach Vincenzo Italiano evaluated the situation from his first day in office compared to today in an interview with the newspaper Corriere dello Sport. Emphasizing that the overall development in the squad surprised him, the experienced manager expressed satisfaction with the point the team has reached.
Reminding that the majority of the squad consisted of young players during the camp period, the Italian coach stated that they are currently going through a complete restructuring process and have reached a very good level compared to the starting conditions.
Four Goals Set by the Management
Clearly expressing that the club management did not directly ask him for a championship, Italiano announced that the management clearly gave him four different goals. He noted that they continue their work in line with these targets.
Stating that the first goal was to qualify for the UEFA Europa League league stage and that they achieved this success, the coach noted that the second goal was to rank right behind the teams at the top.
Game Identity and Future Planning
Stating that the third among the goals set by the management is to establish a clear game identity, the experienced manager expressed that the fourth and final goal is to create a group of players that will invest in the future.
Reiterating that they do not experience championship pressure, the Italian coach added that they still must not break away from the title race in the league and that they step onto the field with this awareness.
Football Atmosphere in Turkey
Touching upon the football climate and fan enthusiasm in Turkey, Vincenzo Italiano stated that the environment here is at an extraordinary level. He expressed that he was particularly impressed by the atmosphere in away matches.
Stating that he was impressed by the 40,000-fan support and enthusiastic atmosphere he encountered in the Amed away match, Italiano expressed that the competitive environment here reminded him of Italian stadiums from his childhood.