Inter Brazilian defender, Lucio, spoke about Leonardo to Sky Sport 24: "Leonardo is really good. In that little time that we had together, I can say that he is an excellent coach. He has the personalitly and charisma of Mourinho".

However, the player did not forget Rafa Benitez. "He's arrived at Inter after we won everything. I respect him, but that's football. If you don't win, it is always the coach who pays, but I don't think it's only his fault"