Maicon, who has a close relationship with Chivu, believes that he is the right person for the job. He told the media, "I am biased because of our shared experiences, but I truly think he has the qualities to lead the team to a new winning path." Maicon acknowledges that Chivu has a tough task ahead of him, but he is confident in Chivu's ability to overcome challenges.

Maicon also praised Chivu's loyalty and honesty. He said, "Chivu tells things as they are, without beating around the bush. He is loyal, and that is something that any player would want from their coach." Maicon also dismissed concerns about Chivu's lack of experience, saying that he has learned from his experiences and has the skills to manage a high-level team.

Maicon emphasized that experience is not as important as the ability to work with the players and build a strong team dynamic. He said, "For me, experience at certain levels does not exist. There is a path to follow together with the players, day after day."