Luciano Spalletti has been confirmed as new coach at Inter Milan.

The former Roma boss was formally appointed on Friday.

“We don't have to convince anyone, Inter are the best that can be aspired to and they must convince us that they're worthy of Inter," he told Premium Sport.

“I've come here with enthusiasm. If there are people who don't feel this enthusiasm, it's good if they go to where they feel they can do their job well.

“We've also talked about the future, there are teams that are currently ahead of us.

“We need to be ready as quickly as possible to deal with the clubs that opened a gap with us last season.

“It's precisely about distance, so we'll have to be strong and ready right away.

“The more we are those two things, the stronger we are, the more productively we work and the more we can bridge the gap.

“There isn't only Juve, who must be respected but not feared as an opponent.

“It's clear we have to work. There are things that we have to put in place."