Inter Milan president Erick Thohir is delighted with the impact of coach Roberto Mancini.

Mancini has transformed Inter into genuine title challengers.

Thohir stated: “Our relationship is developing. Of course I don't know him very well because he's only been here one year.

“We often speak on the phone, or send text messages because of the time-zones.

“He has a strong character and a great personality, he's a Coach that makes work easier for you.

“Our game is being criticised? I think the results take priority, though of course we have to improve.

“But results so far have been excellent and I have firm faith in our Coach.

“The atmosphere in this team is positive and Mancini is of great support, not least in the commercial side of the club, because he is one of Inter's icons.

“As the President, and as a team, we have to support him.

“Our philosophy is that of bringing the best people to Inter, those who have the best mentality.

“I think we're building something interesting."