“This type of contract already exists for football players and other Coaches,” Conte began in response.
“Personally, I emphasise the words of the President when he says that to have a winning Coach is important for the Federation.
“My contract falls within the parameters of the Federation, and to meet them I gave them all my image rights, which in the past has never happened. So I gave up the money. There was great willingness on my part for this role.
“I think I have made great strides with the Federation in accepting this assignment. For me, the controversy over the contract will become a secondary thing. I want to begin to work and to follow this long path. For a certain type of question I will respond with facts.
“Will Puma interfere in squad selections? Nothing and nobody can force my decisions, if you know Antonio Conte you should know that.”