Piero Ausilio open to Premier League move after leaving Inter

Piero Ausilio is open to a move to the Premier League after leaving Inter. The former executive said a new challenge in English football appeals to him, while making clear that he has held no direct talks with any club. Tottenham has been linked with a possible approach, but no confirmed discussions have followed.

Asked about his future and the speculation at the Social Football Summit in Turin, Ausilio spoke of his desire to experience another league. “I haven’t spoken to anyone at the moment, although there are rumours. My desire is to test myself in a different, new league, and the English league is a fascinating project,” he said.

That interest does not mean a move to England is imminent. Ausilio added: “That doesn’t mean I will go there tomorrow, but it interests me and I would be willing to consider it seriously if an opportunity came along.” The Premier League is therefore a possibility, not a declared destination: he would consider an offer if it matched his ambitions. His remarks do not confirm that negotiations are underway.

His departure ends 28 years at Inter, where he worked in several roles, including as sporting director. Tottenham has also been linked with him since he left the club. In September, reports suggested that the London club had held advanced discussions with him about a sporting director position, but Ausilio said he had spoken to no club.

He said he was comfortable with the way his time at Inter had ended. The former executive also welcomed the continuity provided by the promotion of his former deputy, Dario Baccin, to a leading role. He highlighted, too, his relationship with the supporters. “One good thing is that I managed to carry on all these years with pride and respect for Inter’s supporters, without ever feeling hostility from the others,” he said. Ausilio added that he had always tried to do what was best for his club, while stressing that respect for others must remain essential.