Former Inter Milan midfielder Ricky Alvarez has spoken of the problems Gian Piero Gasperini endured when in charge.

Gasperini is now being celebrated as coach of Atalanta, but it wasn't the case with the Nerazzurri.

Velez Sarsfield midfielder Alvarez told FcInter1908.it: “When I arrived, there was no problem in the locker room. There were a lot of important, experienced players who had won a lot.

"When I arrived, I found a cohesive environment, everyone together and a good group. With Gasperini it wasn't a good time, he wanted to change everything, from the way he played to many other things. For such an important team with top-level players it's not easy.

"In football everything can change, in that period there were no results and now at Atalanta he's doing very well. He's a great coach, he's done very well for many years. I think it was a question of 'bad timing' for him at Inter."