Inter, Sneijder's confidence: "Inzaghi? It hurts, but give Chivu some time."

Winning the Ballon d'Or has never been the sole measure of a footballer's greatness. Many have written their names in history without ever standing on the podium of the world's most celebrated individual award, despite being widely considered to deserve it. Among these, Wesley Sneijder stands out.

In 2010, the Dutchman was the mastermind behind Inter's treble-winning side, led his national team to the World Cup final, and enjoyed an exceptional season. Despite this, he missed out on the Ballon d'Or, which went instead to Argentina's Lionel Messi.

In this exclusive interview with winwin , the former Inter player talks about a bit of everything

Wesley, what are you doing now that you've retired from playing? Are you planning on working as a coach or manager?

I'm enjoying life after football: spending more time with my family, working on personal projects, and playing with legends in many countries.

The idea of coaching or technical direction has already crossed my mind. I've done some mentoring work in the Dutch federation, but I'm in no rush. If the right opportunity, with a significant impact, came along, I would certainly consider it.

What do you think of the new Club World Cup format?

I find this an interesting development. More teams means greater visibility for clubs outside of Europe, and that's important. Football is global, and fans deserve to see more diversity at the highest levels. I saw a few games in Miami, and they were fantastic.

Inter disappointed in the tournament and the fans are not satisfied. Are you worried after Inzaghi's departure?

Inter will always be in my heart. Of course, I'm worried when the team struggles. Inzaghi has built something strong, so every transition takes time. But Inter is a club with a big heart; they'll bounce back.

What do you think of Inzaghi's departure to Al Hilal?

It's always emotional when a coach leaves, especially after a successful career. I understand the fans' frustration, but football is also a business. Inzaghi saw a new challenge, and we must respect that, even if it hurts. I wish my friend Cristian Chivu all the best at Inter.