Lange explained that the club opted for a shorter process compared to a summer coaching change. "We interviewed a few candidates. Igor impressed us, very, very much in the interview," he said.
The sporting director highlighted Tudor's experience at the highest level, including playing for Juventus and being part of Croatia's successful national team in the late 90s. Lange emphasized Tudor's track record of joining clubs in February or March and making immediate performance impact, which was a significant factor in the decision.