In an exclusive interview, Marco Materazzi expressed his views on the upcoming Serie A season and the race for the Scudetto in 2024-25. The former defender focused on Romelu Lukaku, stating that he regrets leaving Inter and should reflect on his decision.
Materazzi, a devoted Inter supporter, believes that Lukaku made a mistake by departing from the club, and that his only successful stint was at Inter. He emphasized that Lukaku should acknowledge his error and reconsider his choices.
Materazzi highlighted the strength of Inter’s squad, with players such as Marcus Thuram, Lautaro Martinez, and Mehdi Taremi in their ranks. He suggested that Lukaku might struggle to match his success under Antonio Conte at Napoli. Materazzi questioned whether Lukaku could maintain his previous form with increased competition in Serie A over the past few years.
The former defender stressed that success at Inter was not solely due to Lukaku but also relied on other players’ contributions like Alessandro Bastoni and Nicolò Barella. Additionally, Materazzi mentioned Conte’s ability to extract more points from his players when not distracted by cup competitions. He advised Lukaku to prove himself once again in a different environment where fans might have less patience than before.
