1BSPORTS 1B Sports June 11th Juventus’ new general manager Comolit held his first press conference since taking office. He talked about Chiellini’s authority, the senior executives he needs to recruit next, and data analysis that he values very much.
Comoli first said: “Good morning everyone. Sorry, I only know this Italian, but I will learn Italian as soon as possible. I have started language classes this morning. I am very happy to be here and honored to be Juventus General Manager. This is undoubtedly one of the largest clubs in the world. I grew up watching Juventus. Not only do Juventus have great players, but the management here has always been a model in the field of football. I admire everything Juventus has done in the past and I admire Juventus’ culture.”
Comoli then revealed: “When I was a child, I regarded Platini as an olympic Like. But I never dreamed of becoming a player, my dream was to be a coach, and the coach I admire most was Trapatoni. I wouldn’t say I’m a Juventus fan, but I did keep following Juventus.”
Comoli continued: “Chillini will serve as Director of Football Strategy, and we have clearly discussed the role with Chiellini with the boss and the chairman. We will also work closely in business and marketing, and Chiellini also serves as a representative of Juventus club on the UEFA committee. We will work together in multiple areas , so far we have worked very well, and we will do the same in the future. We have developed a football strategy, from youth training to first teams, Chiellini will be part of it, but he will not be responsible for specific training and transfers. “
Comoli pointed out: “In the director position, I want to recruit two people, one is the sports director, who will be responsible for transfers, management, and focus on youth training. We will also have another director—the technical director, who will be responsible for analyzing the performance of the team and coaches, and directly Report to me. We think it is the best management structure. I already have some clear ideas, but I won’t reveal the specific name to you. We don’t want to make a decision in a hurry, we will spend time recruiting these two key managers. Once the management structure is determined, we will decide that we want to attract that type of people and consider the transfer market.”
Comoli said coach Tudor will continue to coach Juventus next season and said: “I still remember Tudor defeating us twice when he was coaching in Marseille (Toulouse). When I first spoke to him when I came to Juventus, I said, “I still remember that Tudor defeated us (Toulouse).Just asked him, ‘Do you still remember what I said to you after that game? ’ At that time, I told him that the intensity, physical fitness and mental strength of his team showed were rare in French football. He smiled and replied that he still remembered my words. Marseille wanted him to stay for a long time, and his team’s performance that year was impressive. ”
Comoli also said: “Some players have resumed training and others will return to the team within a few days. I can’t wait to see everyone, including the staff. We have discussed some aspects with Chiellini about the staff, the team doctors, all the people involved. Not only the teams on the court, but also the teams behind the scenes, we are all moving in the same direction. In the Club World Cup, we have to do our best to win. “Comoli revealed that Muani will join Juventus in the Club World Cup.
Comoli continued: “I talked to Vlahovic last week and he will return to the team soon, and I want to know what he thinks. He is a top player, maybe something didn’t work in the second half of last season, and his form went ups and downs, but I don’t want to talk about whose fault it is. I have to communicate with the players, understand how he feels, no doubt he is a top player, and also have to know his contract. We need to understand his thoughts and understand his relationship with the club from a psychological point of view. When I learned everything, I could make a decision. ”
Comoli said that his goal was to win: “The club asked me what I wanted to achieve, and I replied that I wanted to do everything I could to win. I can’t guarantee a victory, but I will do my best to win in all competitions. Since you are wearing a Juventus jersey, you must only consider winning. You can’t control everything in football, but we have to always put in 100% of our efforts. With good coaches and good players, the chances of winning will be greater. It is my obsession to try to win, and I want to pass this passion on everyone in the club. ”
Comoli attached great importance to data analysis when he worked in Toulouse: “I have been working in data analysis for 25 years and I always think that this brings me a wealth of knowledge. If I get invited from the club, it is because of this data background, and I can use data analysis well. The football world needs passion, but we must be rational at work. By August this year, I had been in football for 33 years. I had held different roles and I had never encountered a more rational approach than data analysis. Whether it is fashion or the moon rocket, whether it is F1 racing or NFL football, they will conduct data analysis. We use data analytics in different areas, which will help us select players, guide us to evaluate the team’s strength in Serie A or Europe, help us develop strategies and management plans, and allow us to avoid player injuries. Artificial intelligence can also help. ”
Comoli emphasized: “Data is a part of my life, I have used data analysis in other clubs, and it worksThe result is very good. We will do the same here too. I try to make irrational industries like football rational. I want to know how to find a more scientific and accurate method. Of course, this is just a theory. We are not buying and selling stocks, and the transfer market also needs to consider emotions. However, data and football are both commodities, and in fact, many people use data analysis, but they don’t say it publicly like me. I think data analytics is the best way to get great financial results and win on the court. ”
In the end, Comolly said: “I am a person who is used to publicly thinking. You often see me for interviews throughout the season and I will tell you the truth. But one thing I won’t make public is the transfer goal. We had a discussion with the coach and Chiellini and, given the coach’s tactics, we had some ideas about the lineup change. Since Tudor took office, Juventus has averaged 2 points per game, which has led us to fourth place in the season. If the team performs poorly, they won’t get so many points. I can say that the lineup will be adjusted, but it is not a fundamental change. ”