Chivu, 45, came in to replace the wildly successful Simone Inzaghi in the summer after the Italian left Inter to join Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal.
According to Gazzetta.it, things could have been very different, with Marotta revealing that a reunion with Mourinho, who won a treble at Inter, was discussed.
"I'm surprised people were surprised by Cristian's skill,” he said.
“We chose him because he represents important values; he had the courage to go against the grain, even in the media. Some even mentioned Mourinho, who, with all due respect... If I hadn't had the courage, I would have regretted it."
Mourinho has since returned to Portugal to take over at Benfica, the club where his illustrious 25 year career began.
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vuaabdipu
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On the contrary I think any manager in Christian Chivu's shoes will succeed Because of the effort made by the two former Inter managers Conte and Inzaghi
Verissimo3
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Chivu will never be half the coach Mourinho is
Tomckmtyz
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When he replies You now, everywhere go stew
And who told you I have no job....Maybe you are the jobless person here
AremuT
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Yeah cos that's the only thing he is good for now replying people and then gets sacked
you had better look for job rather than trolling Jose. Jose has made it and smiles with millions everyday. trolling him cannot bring joy to you, it can only make those who can help you hate you more
Tomckmtyz
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When he replies You now, everywhere go stew
Yeah cos that's the only thing he is good for now replying people and then gets sacked
EmeraldJ
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When he replies You now, everywhere go stew
Fris
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That is a good decision, because the Mourinho we know now a days is not the same person we knew back then