The Romanian, formerly Inter's Primavera coach, has been named Simone Inzaghi's successor after he had led Parma away from relegation last season.
The former Inter Defender spoke with the press in the US prior to their club -world cup opener.
“I was already the coach of a team in the youth sector. This club gives you the urge to do something special, also in the youth sector,” he started.
“The feeling of responsibility is great, the same as when I came here as a player. I have been here for 13 years, with a small break in between, but I have always been here.
“We went back to our roots, Interismo.
“President Marotta has been here for a while, he knows what is needed. I have always had this word in mind: it means pride and loyalty. We are one of the best teams in Europe, we have to show it on the field. You can win and lose in football, but if it goes well, the club finds it easier.
“The project is both new and known. We have to continue with what has been done in this type of mentality. The bar has been lifted in recent years and we have to keep it there. It's about having self-confidence and trust and working well with both the club and the team.”
I know everything about Inter
Chivu also said: “I know everything about Inter, I also had a lot of time with Inzaghi when I coached the younger than 19 years. I know a lot of the boys. It's no problem for me if they call me Cristian or Mister.
“It was a surprise: my plan was to stay in Parma,” he went on. “Then the call came from Inter to hold a meeting. I asked Federico Cherubini for permission, as a gesture of thanks to the Gialloblù club. You know what internal represents for me, it is a source of pride and honor.
“I have an excellent relationship with Simone Inzaghi and we have saved it. I had called him for the call for Inter, to wish him good luck for his new adventure in Arabia”.